Falcon Drive is in Chadderton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL9 0EY is located in the Chadderton Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham West and Royton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Falcon Drive, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 0EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL9 6RW, OL9 0DG, OL9 0EZ, OL9 6NY, OL9 0HL, OL9 0HB, OL9 6SP, OL9 6SW, OL9 6NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL9 0EY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.7% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 52% | 49.3% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 OL9 0EY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 26.1% | 38% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 52.9% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 1.7% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -7.4% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 45.9% | 45.7% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 38.9% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.5% | 24.6% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 19% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 9.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.7% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 5.6% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15.1% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 16.7% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 9.3% | 6.3% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 21.3% 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 | 58.8% | 68.1% | 9.3% | 1.1% | 67.0% |
| Pakistani | 7% | 6.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.2% | 0.5% | -2.7% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 29.2% | 21.3% | -7.9% | 81.4% | -60.1% |
In this area, 80.2% 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 | 69.3% | 80.2% | 10.9% | 83.2% | -3.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 30% | 18.8% | -11.2% | 5.6% | 13.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.1% | 80.2% | 11.1% | 83.2% | -3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 15.9% | 15.1% | 9.8% | 6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.6% | 1.4% | -6.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 19% | 0.5% | -18.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 9.7% | 37.2% | -27.5% |
| Christian | 13.5% | 46.2% | -32.7% |
| Muslim | 74.9% | 6.5% | 68.4% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Falcon Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Chadderton Central 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 -16.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Falcon Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-10-13 | £191,226 |
| 8 Falcon Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-02-04 | £181,218 |
| 4 Falcon Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-11-22 | £200,266 |
| 2 Falcon Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-10-22 | £202,735 |
| 5 Falcon Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2021-09-30 | £194,212 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL9 0EY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 5,119 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bare Trees Primary School Holly Grove , Chadderton OL9 0DX | 4out of 4 | 285 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Brow Community School Victoria Street , Chadderton OL9 0BY | 3out of 4 | 288 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Herbert's RC School Edward Street , Chadderton OL9 9SN | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Academy Middleton Road , OL9 6BH | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Albion Street , Chadderton OL9 9HT | 3out of 4 | 993 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | 4out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College Broadway , Chadderton OL9 9QY | 3out of 4 | 1,670 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,534 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chadderton Prepraratory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 687 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood High Kelsall Street , OL9 6HR | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Darul Hadis Latifiah Northwest Plum Street , OL8 1TJ | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Future Finders Employability College 77 Union Street , OL1 1JZ | - not rated | 1,923 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springboard Project 2 Medtia Square , Phoenix Street OL1 1AN | - not rated | 1,989 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Products | Manor Mill, Victoria Street | 101 yd | |
| The Lunge Box | Manchester Fencing Centre, Osborne Mill, Osborne Street | 301 yd | |
| Oldham Snooker Academy | Osborne Mill, Unit 28 Waddington Street | 328 yd | |
| Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd (Asda Customer Cafe) | 1 Milne Street | 363 yd | |
| Chadderton Bar and Grill | 422-424 Middleton Road | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Chadderton Con Club | 17 Victoria Street | 396 yd | |
| Sun Mill Inn | 503-507 Middleton Road | 526 yd | |
| Spring Vale Inn | 14 Burnley Street | 553 yd | |
| Chadderton Reform Club | Chadderton Reform Club, Middleton Road | 564 yd | |
| Clayton Green Brewers Fayre | Clayton Green Brewers Fayre, Westhulme Way | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Bar One | 236 Garforth Street | 398 yd | |
| Burgerize | Unit 1 Ayaan Business Park, Waddington Street | 412 yd | |
| Secret Burger Ltd | 5-6 Chadderton Precinct, Middleton Road | 502 yd | |
| Mumtaz Chai | 137 Featherstall Road North | 540 yd | |
| Ujan Vati Snack Bar | 90a Featherstall Road North | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Superstore, 1 Milne Street | 364 yd | |
| Oldham Superstore | Unit 7-9, Chadderton Shopping Precinct, Middleton Road | 500 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 521 Middleton Road | 526 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Limited, Ellen Street | 529 yd | |
| B&M | Unit A, Gateway Retail Park | 546 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton Sports Centre (Closed) Middleton Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 425 yd |
| Kick Sonic WADDINGTON STREET | artificial grass pitch | 467 yd |
| Bare Trees Primary School HOLLY GROVE | artificial grass pitch | 478 yd |
| Oba Millennium Centre FEATHERSTALL ROAD NORTH | health and fitness suite | 551 yd |
| Chadderton Wellbeing Centre BURNLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 587 yd |
| Chadderton Football Club Andrew Street | grass pitches | 616 yd |
| Westwood Park (Closed) Westhulme Avenue | tennis courts | 791 yd |
| Rifle Range Pitch BURNLEY LANE | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Grange Synthetic Pitch West End Street | artificial grass pitch | 916 yd |
| Clayton Arms Sports Centre (Closed) Furtherwood Road | 945 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 | 63.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.