Harmol Grove is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL7 9NW 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 Harmol Grove, Ashton-under-lyne, OL7 9NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL7 9NL, OL7 9LX, OL7 9NY, OL7 9NT, OL7 9NZ, OL7 9LR, OL7 9NH, OL7 9LS, OL7 9NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL7 9NW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 47.8% | 48.2% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 52.2% | 51.8% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of OL7 9NW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.8% | 25.7% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 59.9% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 4.1% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 42.7% | 44.9% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 33.1% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.5% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 23.9% | 21.7% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 11.8% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 12.2% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 12.2% | 7.5% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.4% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 23.1% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 94.5% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 96.4% | 98.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 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 | 96.4% | 98.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.1% | 37.2% | -14.1% |
| Christian | 67.8% | 46.2% | 21.6% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harmol Grove 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 -9.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Harmol Grove, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-11-30 | £338,634 |
| 25 Harmol Grove, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-08-07 | £219,061 |
| 26 Harmol Grove, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-03-17 | £269,464 |
| 36 Harmol Grove, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2023-01-27 | £325,438 |
| 3 Harmol Grove, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £281,000 | 2022-09-23 | £283,768 |
OL7 9NW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OL7 9NW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 480 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Worthington Street , OL7 9NA | 2out of 4 | 609 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Johnson CofE Primary School Elgin Street , OL7 9DD | 2out of 4 | 1,371 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Broadoak Norman Road , OL6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 1,599 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouses Voluntary Primary School Ashton Road , Woodhouses M35 9WL | 3out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 2,023 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 2,103 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathershaw College Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 2,397 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Failsworth Brierley Avenue , Failsworth M35 9HA | 2out of 4 | 2,626 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 2,634 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,844 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 2,890 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,394 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 4,885 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 | 1,819 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 2,120 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 | 2,208 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Bridge School Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PH | 4out of 4 | 2,387 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 2,484 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | 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 | 570 yd | |
| Kickback Cafe | 1055 Ashton Road | 852 yd | |
| Crofters | Knott Lanes | 941 yd | |
| Country Park Catering Ltd | Visitors Centre, Stannybrook Road | 948 yd | |
| Cafe Riverside | Daisy Nook Garden Centre, Stannybrook Road | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog And Pheasant | Dog And Pheasant, 528 Oldham Road | 444 yd | |
| Waterloo & Taunton Conservative Club | Waterloo & Taunton Conservative Club, 350 Oldham Road | 612 yd | |
| East Cheshire Harriers And Tameside Athletic Club | Sports Ground Dressing Rooms, Richmond Street | 1,023 yd | |
| Curzon Ashton Football Club | Curzon Ashton Football Club, Richmond Street | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Wall | The Great Wall, 432 - 434 Oldham Road | 433 yd | |
| Crowhill Takeaway | Crowhill Takeaway, 75 Crowhill Road | 668 yd | |
| The Kitchen | The Kitchen, 292 Oldham Road | 802 yd | |
| Waterloo Chippy | Waterloo Chippy, 219 Oldham Road | 829 yd | |
| Three Burgers | Unit 3, 1055 Ashton Road | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Express, 397 Oldham Road | 319 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Farmfoods, 12 Picton Street | 373 yd | |
| Premier Crowhill Supermarket | Premier Crowhill Supermarket, 61 Crowhill Road | 690 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Canon Burows C Of E Primary School OLDHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Waterloo Primary School WORTHINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Waterloo Afc WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WILSHAW LANE | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Dale Grove School (Closed) Wilshaw Lane | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Bardsley Park Golf Centre KNOTT LANES | golf | 936 yd |
| Richmond Street Playing Fields RICHMOND STREET | cycling, grass pitches | 1,016 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.