Estate Street South is in Oldham and in Oldham district. OL8 1PA is located in the Alexandra electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham East and Saddleworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Estate Street South, Oldham, OL8 1PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL8 1PH, OL8 1PG, OL8 1PQ, OL8 1PN, OL8 1PE, OL8 1PW, OL8 1BF, OL8 2LY, OL8 1PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL8 1PA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 53.5% | 53.6% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 46.5% | 46.4% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 OL8 1PA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 44.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.7% | 37% | 6.3% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 7% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 7.7% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 (61.1%) 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 | 35.7% | 30.7% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -17.7% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 30.4% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 22.4% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 9.7% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 10.4% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 4.8% |
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 OL8 1PA this area, 44.4% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.1% | 44.4% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 26.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 13.1% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 14.5% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 10.5% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.6% | 13.1% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 7.8% | 2.9% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 43.7% 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 | 5.1% | 15.3% | 10.2% | 1.1% | 14.2% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 21.3% | 33.5% | 12.2% | 2.7% | 30.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| White | 59.9% | 43.7% | -16.2% | 81.4% | -37.7% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 75% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.7% | 75% | -3.7% | 83.2% | -8.2% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.4% | 19.9% | 6.5% | 5.6% | 14.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78% | 74.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | -8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 19.2% | 18.9% | 9.8% | 9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.7% | 0.6% | -12.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.8% | 37.2% | -17.4% |
| Christian | 24.9% | 46.2% | -21.3% |
| Muslim | 49.7% | 6.5% | 43.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Estate Street South was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Alexandra 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 -12.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Estate Street South, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2015-03-31 | £158,759 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL8 1PA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadfield Primary School Goddard Street , OL8 1LH | 3out of 4 | 298 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Primary Academy Burlington Avenue , Coppice OL8 1AP | 3out of 4 | 775 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Park Junior School Brook Lane , OL8 2BE | 2out of 4 | 836 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth Primary School Coppice Street , OL8 4BL | 2out of 4 | 967 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill Academy Harmony Street , Glodwick OL4 1RR | 4out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hathershaw College Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Oldham Hollins Road , OL8 4JZ | 1out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Leesbrook Roxbury Avenue , OL4 5JE | - not rated | 2,062 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College Broadway , Chadderton OL9 9QY | 3out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 1,292 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 1,765 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,168 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 5,456 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldham Hulme Grammar School Chamber Road , OL8 4BX | - not rated | 918 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Iqra High School 319 Waterloo Street , OL4 1BJ | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springboard Project 2 Medtia Square , Phoenix Street OL1 1AN | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Finders Employability College 77 Union Street , OL1 1JZ | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darul Hadis Latifiah Northwest Plum Street , OL8 1TJ | - not rated | 1,518 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzy Bee Cafe | The Honeywell Centre, Hadfield Street | 344 yd | |
| Kebabish House Oldham | 204-206 Ashton Road | 345 yd | |
| Friends Restaurant | 196 Ashton Road | 362 yd | |
| Buttylicious | 332 Ashton Road | 364 yd | |
| Blbas Grill | 192 Ashton Road | 371 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Druid Arms | 264 Ashton Road | 282 yd | |
| Honeywell Arms | Honeywell Arms, 491 Ashton Road | 632 yd | |
| Falconers Arms | 1 Falcons View | 844 yd | |
| Oldham Deaf Social Club | 161-165 Park Road | 859 yd | |
| West Indian Sports & Social Club | 13 Primrose Bank | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesters Oldham | 270 Ashton Road | 285 yd | |
| Plus Pizza Oldham Ltd | 256 Ashton Road | 285 yd | |
| The Hangry Box | 252 Ashton Road | 287 yd | |
| Naeema Indian Takeaway | 238 Ashton Road | 299 yd | |
| Di Lan's | 236 Ashton Road | 301 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, 385 Ashton Road | 458 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit B2 Alexandra Centre Retail Park, Park Road | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Honeywell Lane Methodist Church HONEYWELL LANE | 253 yd | |
| The Honeywell Community Centre (Closed) Ashton Road | 297 yd | |
| Alexandra Park ALAEXANDRA PARK ALAEXANDRA PARK KINGS ROAD | tennis courts | 592 yd |
| Snipe Clough ASHVILLE COURT | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Alexandra Park Junior School BROOK LANE | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Tate Street Tate Street | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| The Hathershaw College BELLFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 834 yd |
| Oldham Deaf Social Club PARK ROAD | 857 yd | |
| Fit Bodz Gym PRIMROSE WORKS PRIMROSE WORKS PRIMROSE BANK | health and fitness suite | 944 yd |
| Greenhill Academy HARMONY STREET | artificial grass pitch | 960 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 | 77.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.