Whiteacre Road is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL6 9QB is located in the Ashton St Michael's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashton-under-Lyne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Whiteacre Road, Ashton-under-lyne, OL6 9QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL6 9QN, OL6 9QW, OL6 9NF, OL6 9QT, OL6 9QL, OL6 9QD, OL6 9RA, OL6 9QP, OL6 9NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL6 9QB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 49.6% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.4% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OL6 9QB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.1% | 46.2% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 31.7% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 13.6% | 6.5% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.5% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 41.2% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 37.4% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 17.1% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.1% | 26.9% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 18.9% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 9.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.4% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 8.5% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 15.4% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 14.9% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -18.9% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 11.1% | 3.1% | -8.0% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 10.7% | 21.8% | 11.1% | 2.7% | 19.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 70.5% | 65% | -5.5% | 81.4% | -16.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 72.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 72.3% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -10.9% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 5% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.7% | 16.2% | 5.5% | 5.6% | 10.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.3% | 72.9% | -7.4% | 83.2% | -10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 13.2% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 7.8% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 4.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.8% | 4.3% | -5.5% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Italy | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 6.2% | 1.2% | 5.0% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 30.2% | 46.2% | -16.0% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 25.2% | 6.5% | 18.7% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whiteacre Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashton Hurst average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 245 Whiteacre Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2026-01-29 | £166,677 |
| 229 Whiteacre Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-05-23 | £113,854 |
| 245 Whiteacre Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-12-19 | £168,908 |
| 241 Whiteacre Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2023-10-23 | £161,966 |
| 233 Whiteacre Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2022-11-23 | £147,155 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 734 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 1,801 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 2,786 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollins Nursery School Hollins Lane , Micklehurst OL5 9DP | - not rated | 4,226 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurst Infant School Alderley Street , OL6 8EW | - not rated | 368 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Ashton-under-Lyne Holden Street , OL6 9JJ | 3out of 4 | 402 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Knoll St James' Church of England Primary School Ladbrooke Road , OL6 8JS | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Holden Street , OL6 9JJ | - not rated | 442 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heys Primary School Whiteacre Road , OL6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 700 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford High School Mossley Road , OL6 9SD | - not rated | 589 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | - not rated | 1,175 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartshead Sports College Greenhurst Road , OL6 9DX | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | - not rated | 1,509 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 1,509 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 543 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 543 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 937 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 4,758 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside Hospital School Tameside General Hospital , Ward 105 OL6 9RW | - not rated | 764 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | - not rated | 1,236 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grafton House Preparatory School 1 Warrington Street , OL6 6XB | - not rated | 1,431 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grafton House Preparatory School 1 Warrington Street , OL6 6XB | - not rated | 1,431 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | Jade Garden, 4 Old Cross Street | 465 yd | |
| The Fun Depot | 7 Albion Trading Estate, Mossley Road | 521 yd | |
| Shree Bharatiya Mandal | Shree Bharatiya Mandal Indian Association, 103 Union Road | 534 yd | |
| Jump Depot | Unit 1b Albion Trading Estate, Mossley Road | 559 yd | |
| Infinity Centre Cafe | Wickham House, 217 Mossley Road | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | New Inn, Mossley Road | 326 yd | |
| Halfway House | Halfway House, 123 Whiteacre Road | 346 yd | |
| Miners Arms | Miners Arms, 147 Mossley Road | 360 yd | |
| Hare And Hounds | Hare And Hounds, 238 Kings Road | 586 yd | |
| Ashton United Football Club Ltd | Football Ground, Surrey Street | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Fish & Chips | Welcome Fish & Chips, 8 Russell Street | 211 yd | |
| Paulas Pantry | Paulas Pantry, 178 Whiteacre Road | 252 yd | |
| Top Chef | Top Chef, 195 Curzon Road | 282 yd | |
| Hurst Cross Tandoori | Hurst Cross Tandoori, 167 Queens Road | 369 yd | |
| Tai Hing | Tai Hing, 163 Queens Road | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Mossley Road | 465 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited, 102 Queens Road | 537 yd | |
| Bargain World | Bargain World, 161 Kings Road | 563 yd | |
| Premier Hurst Cross | Late Shop Food Store, 187 Kings Road | 604 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Park (Closed) Queens Road | grass pitches | 327 yd |
| Palace Road Playing Fields PALACE ROAD | grass pitches | 418 yd |
| Ashton-Under-Lyne Sixth Form College DARNTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 539 yd |
| The Heys Primary School WHITEACRE ROAD | grass pitches | 559 yd |
| New Charter Academy (Silver Sprints Campus) (Closed) Mossley Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 589 yd |
| Surrey Street (Ashton United Fc) SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Small Shaw Lane Playing Fields South SMALLSHAW LANE | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields ORMONDE COURT | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Smallshaw Lane Playing Fields North HEGINBOTTOM CRESCENT | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Tameside College BEAUFORT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.