Southgate Way is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL7 0TD 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 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southgate Way, Ashton-under-lyne, OL7 0TD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL7 0TE, OL7 0TQ, OL7 0LN, OL7 0TH, OL7 0SU, OL7 0LH, OL7 0LQ, OL7 0JR, OL7 0LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL7 0TD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 44.9% | 49.3% | 4.4% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 55.1% | 50.7% | -4.4% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.9% | 39.1% | 1.2% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33% | 32.4% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Divorced | 16.5% | 12.9% | -3.6% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 8.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.3% | 35.5% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 27% | 30.8% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 26.6% | 19.7% | -6.9% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 13.3% | 10.4% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
In the area around OL7 0TD this area, 32% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 32% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10.7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 13.8% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.2% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 12% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 23.6% | 13.3% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.8% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63.1% 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 | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 1.1% | 4.6% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 11.3% | 10.4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | 7.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 4.7% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 6.8% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 74.2% | 63.1% | -11.1% | 81.4% | -18.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 70% 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 | 80.1% | 70% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -13.2% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 7.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 7.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.5% | 14.6% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 9.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.9% | 70% | -8.9% | 83.2% | -13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 18.6% | 16.6% | 9.8% | 8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.3% | 8.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 5.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.5% | 0.7% | -9.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.4% | 76.7% | -10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 3.9% | 0.4% | 3.5% |
| Poland | 5.4% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Hindu | 6.8% | 1.7% | 5.1% |
| Muslim | 22.3% | 6.5% | 15.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southgate Way was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashton St Michael's average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Southgate Way, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2009-04-03 | £48,571 |
| 4 Southgate Way, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £38,500 | 2003-11-14 | £110,448 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 91 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 2,562 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 5,432 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Oxford Street , OL7 0NB | 3out of 4 | 458 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton West End Primary School William Street , OL7 0BJ | - not rated | 615 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton West End Primary Academy William Street , OL7 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 615 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Audenshaw Road , Audenshaw M34 5HD | - not rated | 846 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarendon Fields Primary School Clarendon Street , SK16 4LP | - not rated | 1,042 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,855 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | - not rated | 1,855 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | - not rated | 2,409 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | - not rated | 2,409 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlemoss High School for Boys Cryer Street , Droylsden M43 7LF | - not rated | 2,506 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 2,105 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 2,686 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 2,686 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 3,682 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton PRU West End Early Years Centre , Katherine Street OL7 0AG | - not rated | 660 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guide Bridge Independent School 265 Stockport Road , Guide Bridge OL7 0NT | - not rated | 673 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Start School 1, 2, 4 & 5 Henry Square Chambers , Old Street OL6 7ST | - not rated | 780 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staleydene Preparatory School Dukinfield Methodist Church , Wellington Parade SK16 4LE | - not rated | 1,014 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Manchester Alternative Provision 87 Blandford Street , Ashton Under Lyne ol6 7hw | - not rated | 1,058 yd | Other independent 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 | 555 yd | |
| The Honey Pot | The Honey Pot, 200 Stockport Road | 555 yd | |
| Bridge View Cafe | 1 Heritage Wharf, Portland Place | 585 yd | |
| Hill Street Cafe | Hill Street Cafe, 77 Hill Street | 640 yd | |
| Amann Threads UK Limited | Guide Mills, South Street | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Inn | Trafalgar Inn, 47 William Street | 207 yd | |
| The Oxford Inn | Oxford Inn, 120 Stockport Road | 214 yd | |
| The Ukrainian Centre | Association Of Ukranians, 215 Stockport Road | 436 yd | |
| Guide Bridge Conservative Club | Conservative Club, 253 Stockport Road | 578 yd | |
| Ashton-Under-Lyne Masonic Club | Masonic Club, Jowetts Walk | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle Works | Waffle Works, 104 Stockport Road | 87 yd | |
| Sunny (Fish & Chips) | Sunny (Fish & Chips), 84 Stockport Road | 106 yd | |
| Sahara Fried And Grill Chicken | Sahara Fried And Grill Chicken, 83 Stockport Road | 110 yd | |
| Big Dans Butties | Big Dans Butties, 46 Stockport Road | 205 yd | |
| Woondaal | Woondaal, 44 Stockport Road | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl, Oldham Road | 993 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited, Cavendish Street | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School OXFORD STREET WEST | grass pitches | 116 yd |
| Active Oxford Park POTTINGER STREET | health and fitness suite | 298 yd |
| Oxford Park POTTINGER STREET | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Olympic Sport Gymnasium PORTLAND MILL PORTLAND MILL PORTLAND STREET SOUTH | health and fitness suite | 795 yd |
| Clarendon Fields CHAPEL STREET | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Village Gym (Ashton Moss) VILLAGE HOTEL VILLAGE HOTEL PAMIR DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 908 yd |
| Dukinfield Cricket Club CLARENDON STREET | grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
| Unicorn Ladies Fitness Centre (Ashton) (Closed) Old Street | health and fitness suite | 1,044 yd |
| Ravensfield Primary School CLARENDON STREET | grass pitches | 1,073 yd |
| Lyndhurst Primary School Hill Street | grass pitches | 1,079 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.