Colwyn Terrace is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL7 9NQ 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 Colwyn Terrace, Ashton-under-lyne, OL7 9NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL7 9NJ, OL7 9NG, OL7 9NE, OL7 9NP, OL7 9NH, OL7 9ND, OL7 9PW, OL7 9QF, OL7 9NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL7 9NQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 52.9% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 45.7% | 47.1% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 36.8% | 38.5% | 1.7% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 30.3% | -9.7% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 13.9% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.9% | 33.5% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 39.7% | 9.8% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 17.4% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 9NQ this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 28.9% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 14.2% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 13.7% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.4% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 13.2% | -1.3% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 22.1% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 90.5% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.8% | 95% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| 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 | 98.4% | 95% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colwyn Terrace was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashton Waterloo average.
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 -14.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% 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 Colwyn Terrace, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2018-06-04 | £150,036 |
OL7 9NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon Burrows CofE Primary School Oldham Road , OL7 9ND | 4out of 4 | 206 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Worthington Street , OL7 9NA | 2out of 4 | 380 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Johnson CofE Primary School Elgin Street , OL7 9DD | 2out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Broadoak Norman Road , OL6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Kenyon Street , OL6 7DU | 3out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 2,193 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 2,418 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathershaw College Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Failsworth Brierley Avenue , Failsworth M35 9HA | 2out of 4 | 2,899 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,587 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 2,618 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,520 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 5,012 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Manchester Alternative Provision 87 Blandford Street , Ashton Under Lyne ol6 7hw | - not rated | 1,667 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Start Education 1,2 and 4 Henry Square Chambers , Ashton Under Lyne OL6 7ST | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 2,419 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| New Bridge School Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PH | 4out of 4 | 2,652 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog And Partridge | Dog And Partridge, 275 Oldham Road | 339 yd | |
| Kickback Cafe | 1055 Ashton Road | 908 yd | |
| Eclectic Avenue | Christ Church Community Centre, Taunton Road | 992 yd | |
| Bean And Bun | Bean And Bun, 4 Broadoak Crescent | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo & Taunton Conservative Club | Waterloo & Taunton Conservative Club, 350 Oldham Road | 375 yd | |
| Dog And Pheasant | Dog And Pheasant, 528 Oldham Road | 417 yd | |
| Curzon Ashton Football Club | Curzon Ashton Football Club, Richmond Street | 996 yd | |
| The Broadoak Hotel | Broadoak Hotel, 69 Broadoak Road | 1,004 yd | |
| East Cheshire Harriers And Tameside Athletic Club | Sports Ground Dressing Rooms, Richmond Street | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Wall | The Great Wall, 432 - 434 Oldham Road | 162 yd | |
| The Kitchen | The Kitchen, 292 Oldham Road | 581 yd | |
| Crowhill Takeaway | Crowhill Takeaway, 75 Crowhill Road | 616 yd | |
| Waterloo Chippy | Waterloo Chippy, 219 Oldham Road | 620 yd | |
| Three Burgers | Unit 3, 1055 Ashton Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Farmfoods, 12 Picton Street | 113 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Tesco Express, 397 Oldham Road | 206 yd | |
| Premier Crowhill Supermarket | Premier Crowhill Supermarket, 61 Crowhill Road | 638 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Canon Burows C Of E Primary School OLDHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 96 yd |
| Waterloo Primary School WORTHINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 319 yd |
| Waterloo Afc WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WILSHAW LANE | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Dale Grove School (Closed) Wilshaw Lane | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| Richmond Street Playing Fields RICHMOND STREET | cycling, grass pitches | 1,001 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.