Marlborough Street is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL7 0HS is located in the St Peter'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 Marlborough Street, Ashton-under-lyne, OL7 0HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL7 0HR, OL7 0JB, OL7 0HP, OL7 0HT, OL7 0HY, OL7 0JA, OL7 0DU, OL7 0JD, OL7 0HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL7 0HS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 49% | 47.3% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 51% | 52.7% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 OL7 0HS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 41.4% | 45% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30% | 33.3% | 3.3% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 3.9% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.1% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 4.8% | -7.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 36.5% | 48.2% | 11.7% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 31.8% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 11.7% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 6% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 27.7% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 12.1% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 6.9% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 10.8% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 5.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 15.2% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 23.4% | 12.9% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 6.7% | 3.9% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | 1.3% |
| Pakistani | 11.8% | 26.4% | 14.6% | 2.7% | 23.7% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 77.3% | 60% | -17.3% | 81.4% | -21.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 73.5% 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 | 85.5% | 73.5% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -9.7% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 18.8% | 12.9% | 5.6% | 13.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.7% | 73.7% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 11.4% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 7.1% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 3.7% | -3.8% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Italy | 3.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 4.7% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 29.3% | 46.2% | -16.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 23.8% | 6.5% | 17.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marlborough Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashton St Michael's average.
Marlborough Street has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 4 local areas in Ashton St Michael's and the 7th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Tameside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -90.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 226 Marlborough Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £125,432 | 2024-05-17 | £125,681 |
| 262 Marlborough Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-10-23 | £163,543 |
| 218 Marlborough Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-11-25 | £128,098 |
| 256 Marlborough Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2021-09-30 | £109,342 |
| 234 Marlborough Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2021-01-29 | £142,677 |
OL7 0HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Audenshaw Road , Audenshaw M34 5HD | 3out of 4 | 258 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Oxford Street , OL7 0NB | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton West End Primary Academy William Street , OL7 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 846 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw Primary School Ash Street , Audenshaw M34 5NG | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplar Street Primary School Ravenwood Drive , Audenshaw M34 5EF | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 1,386 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 3out of 4 | 2,101 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 2,230 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | 4out of 4 | 2,578 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | 3out of 4 | 2,958 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 2,819 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 3,391 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 5,233 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorns School Sunnyside Moss Campus , Lumb Lane M34 5SF | 4out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Start Education 1,2 and 4 Henry Square Chambers , Ashton Under Lyne OL6 7ST | - not rated | 1,415 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Manchester Alternative Provision 87 Blandford Street , Ashton Under Lyne ol6 7hw | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 2out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Ashton School Bennett Street , SK14 4SS | 3out of 4 | 3,099 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biggies Cafe | Biggies Cafe, 200 Stockport Road | 166 yd | |
| The Honey Pot | The Honey Pot, 200 Stockport Road | 166 yd | |
| Amann Threads UK Limited | Guide Mills, South Street | 330 yd | |
| Indian Plaza | Indian Plaza, 90 Audenshaw Road | 483 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | McDonalds Restaurant Snipe Retail Park, Snipe Way | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporation Arms | Corporation Arms, 286 Stockport Road | 158 yd | |
| Guide Bridge Conservative Club | Conservative Club, 253 Stockport Road | 203 yd | |
| The Ukrainian Centre | Association Of Ukranians, 215 Stockport Road | 264 yd | |
| The Boundary | Boundary Inn, 2 Audenshaw Road | 287 yd | |
| The Oxford Inn | Oxford Inn, 120 Stockport Road | 422 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Palace | Ocean Palace, 272 Stockport Road | 158 yd | |
| Gourmet Grill | Gourmet Grill, 273 Stockport Road | 203 yd | |
| The Sandwich Station | The Sandwich Station, 281 Stockport Road | 203 yd | |
| The Cumin | The Cumin, 267 Stockport Road | 214 yd | |
| Crunchy Chicken | Crunchy Chicken, 269 Stockport Road | 220 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B And M Bargains | Snipe Retail Park, Snipe Way | 560 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Active Oxford Park POTTINGER STREET | health and fitness suite | 445 yd |
| Oxford Park POTTINGER STREET | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School OXFORD STREET WEST | grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Groby Road Playing Fields (Closed) Groby Road | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| Poplar Street Primary School RAVENWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Village Gym (Ashton Moss) VILLAGE HOTEL VILLAGE HOTEL PAMIR DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,034 yd |
| King George Playing Fields (Audenshaw) KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD MOUNT PLEASANT STREET | grass pitches | 1,056 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 | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.