Latchford Street is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL7 9DB is located in the Ashton Waterloo 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 Latchford Street, Ashton-under-lyne, OL7 9DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL7 9AQ, OL7 9DE, OL7 9AN, OL7 9AD, OL7 9BZ, OL7 9DA, OL7 9AE, OL7 9DP, OL7 9BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL7 9DB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.6% | 50% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 9DB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53% 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 | 46.6% | 53% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.4% | 33% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 4.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 7.9% | -5.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 1.4% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 | 45.3% | 51.3% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 31.3% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 11.5% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.6% | 20.6% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 15% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 15% | -6.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.5% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 16.4% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 22% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 7.4% | 3.7% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.8% 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% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 5.6% | 17.4% | 11.8% | 2.7% | 14.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 3.7% | 0.7% | -3.0% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 82% | 69.8% | -12.2% | 81.4% | -11.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 69.5% 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 | 88.8% | 69.5% | -19.3% | 83.2% | -13.7% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 14.1% | 10.4% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 14.4% | 9.5% | 5.6% | 8.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 69.7% | -19.1% | 83.2% | -13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 9.2% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 7.6% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 7.6% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.8% | 76.7% | -18.9% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 5.6% | 0.6% | 5.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 10.6% | 1.3% | 9.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 4% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Hindu | 4.6% | 1.7% | 2.9% |
| Muslim | 21.6% | 6.5% | 15.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Latchford Street 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 and have been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Latchford Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-03-20 | £155,846 |
| 12 Latchford Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £127,800 | 2024-07-29 | £137,081 |
| 5 Latchford Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2022-06-10 | £85,658 |
| 13 Latchford Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2019-04-05 | £133,900 |
| 7 Latchford Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2018-11-02 | £158,361 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 888 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 925 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 1,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon Johnson CofE Primary School Elgin Street , OL7 9DD | - not rated | 53 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Johnson CofE Primary School Elgin Street , OL7 9DD | 3out of 4 | 53 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Kenyon Street , OL6 7DU | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's RC Primary School Burlington Street , OL6 7DG | - not rated | 648 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Worthington Street , OL7 9NA | - not rated | 780 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | - not rated | 1,864 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamford High School Mossley Road , OL6 9SD | - not rated | 2,022 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartshead Sports College Greenhurst Road , OL6 9DX | - not rated | 2,321 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlemoss High School for Boys Cryer Street , Droylsden M43 7LF | - not rated | 2,475 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | 4out of 4 | 2,475 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 4,864 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Limes School 73A Taunton Road , Ashton under Lyne OL7 9DU | - not rated | 444 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greater Manchester Alternative Provision 87 Blandford Street , Ashton Under Lyne ol6 7hw | - not rated | 687 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grafton House Preparatory School 1 Warrington Street , OL6 6XB | - not rated | 998 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grafton House Preparatory School 1 Warrington Street , OL6 6XB | - not rated | 998 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Start School 1, 2, 4 & 5 Henry Square Chambers , Old Street OL6 7ST | - not rated | 999 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclectic Avenue | Christ Church Community Centre, Taunton Road | 129 yd | |
| Zing And Zest | Zing And Zest, 126 Oldham Road | 198 yd | |
| The Skate Station | Unit 1 And 2, Boodle Street | 276 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | Buzz Bingo, 108 Wellington Road | 312 yd | |
| Jumparooz Inflatable Park | Unit 31 Berkeley Business Park, Turner Street | 325 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junction Inn | Junction Inn, 55 Turner Lane | 340 yd | |
| Prince Of Orange | Prince Of Orange Public House, 109 Warrington Street | 480 yd | |
| The Alexander | The Alexander Pub, 1 Dean Street | 488 yd | |
| Ashton-under-Lyne Cricket Bowling + Tennis Club | Ashton-under-Lyne Cricket Bowling + Tennis Club, Richmond Street | 587 yd | |
| Beau Geste | Beau Geste, 162 Katherine Street | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummy House | Yummy House, 160 Oldham Road | 58 yd | |
| Ashton Balti House | Ashton Balti House, 156 Oldham Road | 58 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 3a, 102 Wellington Road | 349 yd | |
| The Snack Station | The Snack Station, 30 Turner Lane | 384 yd | |
| Full Monty | Full Monty, 56 Turner Lane | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores | Aldi Stores Ltd, 109 Wellington Road | 450 yd | |
| ASM Supermarket | ASM, 75 Oldham Road | 583 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, 2 Lord Sheldon Way | 615 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Frozen Foods, 33 Bow Street | 761 yd | |
| Premier Crowhill Supermarket | Premier Crowhill Supermarket, 61 Crowhill Road | 785 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Ashton Under Lyne) WELLINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 338 yd |
| International Gym & Hope Street Boxing JAMES HOWE MILL JAMES HOWE MILL LORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 486 yd |
| Active Ashton WATER STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 587 yd |
| Total Body Fitness Centre (Closed) Henrietta Trading Estate Henrietta Trading Estate Henrietta Street | health and fitness suite | 602 yd |
| Dale Grove School (Closed) Wilshaw Lane | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields ORMONDE COURT | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| Waterloo Primary School WORTHINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Waterloo Afc WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WILSHAW LANE | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Ashton Cricket Club Reyner Lane | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Unicorn Ladies Fitness Centre (Ashton) (Closed) Old Street | health and fitness suite | 853 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 | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.