Rosary Road is in Oldham and in Oldham district. OL8 2TA is located in the Medlock Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham West and Royton. This postcode has been in use since 2014-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rosary Road, Oldham, OL8 2TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL8 2RY, OL8 2ST, OL8 2SA, OL8 2SD, OL8 2SX, OL8 2SU, OL8 2SY, OL8 2QQ, OL8 2QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL8 2TA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 55.4% | 52.8% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 44.6% | 47.2% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OL8 2TA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% 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 | 33.3% | 43.7% | 10.4% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.6% | 35.2% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 9.4% | -5.0% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 7.5% | -6.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 24.8% | 44.2% | 19.4% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 34.5% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 32.2% | 14.2% | -18.0% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 10.7% | 6% | -4.7% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 45.6% | 20.3% | -25.3% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 8.5% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 18.4% | 8.4% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.6% | 20.3% | 14.7% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 25.9% | 17.0% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 7.8% | 1.9% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.5% | 90.6% | -6.9% | 81.4% | 9.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 76% 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 | 98.3% | 76% | -22.3% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 18% | 16.3% | 6.1% | 11.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 76% | -19.9% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 16.9% | 16.1% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 16.4% | 1.3% | 15.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosary Road 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 Rosary Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-12-01 | £232,202 |
| 122 Rosary Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £309,995 | 2025-08-29 | £316,255 |
| 120 Rosary Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £349,995 | 2025-08-29 | £357,063 |
| 124 Rosary Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £333,995 | 2025-03-28 | £338,762 |
| 128 Rosary Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £294,995 | 2025-02-28 | £306,605 |
OL8 2TA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 3,377 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 4,728 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollins Nursery School Hollins Lane , Micklehurst OL5 9DP | - not rated | 4,997 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School St Martin's Road , Fitton Hill OL8 2PY | - not rated | 364 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Rosary RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Fir Tree Avenue , Fitton Hill OL8 2SR | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Rosary RC Junior Infant and Nursery School Fir Tree Avenue , Fitton Hill OL8 2SR | - not rated | 475 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Medlock Valley Primary School Deanshut Road , Fitton Hill OL8 2PN | 3out of 4 | 546 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Medlock Valley Community School Deanshut Road , Fitton Hill OL8 2PN | - not rated | 553 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hathershaw College of Technology & Sport Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | - not rated | 866 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathershaw College Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Oldham Hollins Road , OL8 4JZ | 3out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 2,135 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 | 2,752 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 2,752 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 3,230 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 3,716 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 3,716 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marland Fold Community Special School Rosary Road , Fitton Hill OL8 2RP | - not rated | 128 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Dean Community Special School St Martin's Road , Fitton Hill OL8 2PZ | - not rated | 407 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 805 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Joseph Rayner Independent School 1055 Ashton Road , Bardsley OL8 3HX | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hulme Grammar School Chamber Road , OL8 4BX | - not rated | 2,006 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulldogs Cafe | St Martins Road | 297 yd | |
| The Brew | 2 Fircroft Road | 394 yd | |
| Go Barista | 793 Ashton Road | 445 yd | |
| Pelican Cafe | 576 Ashton Road | 569 yd | |
| Atalian Servest (Staff Canteen) | Park Cake Limited, Ashton Road | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ace | The Ace Of Spades, Fircroft Road | 259 yd | |
| Daisyfield | Daisyfield Inn, 14 Keb Lane | 534 yd | |
| Oldham Rugby Club | Oldham Rugby Union Football Club, Byrth Road | 822 yd | |
| Honeywell Arms | Honeywell Arms, 491 Ashton Road | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lau's Chippy | 714-716 Ashton Road | 502 yd | |
| Erin's Italian limited | 592 Ashton Road | 569 yd | |
| Erin's Italian Express | 592A Ashton Road | 638 yd | |
| Paradise Tandoori | 590 Ashton Road | 643 yd | |
| Stacey's Caf | 4 Woodstock Green, The Green | 815 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Brook Special School (Closed) Rosary Road | 114 yd | |
| St Martin'S Cofe Junior Infant And Nursery School ST. MARTINS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 407 yd |
| Park Dean Community Special School (Closed) St. Martins Road | 409 yd | |
| Oldham Rugby Football Club BYRTH ROAD | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| The Hathershaw College BELLFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 877 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.