Instow Close is in Chadderton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL9 0QF is located in the Chadderton North 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 Instow Close, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 0QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL9 0QG, OL9 0RE, OL9 0PR, OL9 0RD, OL9 0QB, OL9 0RF, OL9 0PN, OL9 0QU, OL9 0PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL9 0QF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.5% | 50.4% | 3.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 53.5% | 49.6% | -3.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of OL9 0QF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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 | 27.4% | 25.8% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 56.3% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4% | 7.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 52.6% | 44.5% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 37.1% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 11.7% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 6.4% | 4.6% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.2% | 20.4% | 2.2% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 6.3% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 14.2% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 20.8% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 28.3% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 93% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 95.1% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Instow Close 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.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Instow Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-01-31 | £226,500 |
| 6 Instow Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-12-16 | £279,931 |
| 7 Instow Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-07-20 | £264,868 |
| 8 Instow Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2017-06-22 | £285,941 |
| 8 Instow Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2006-03-24 | £304,892 |
OL9 0QF 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 OL9 0QF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorclose Nursery School Aspinall Street , Middleton M24 2BE | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acresfield Nursery School Acresfield Road , Middleton M24 2NU | - not rated | 1,990 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 3,634 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mills Hill Primary School Baytree Avenue , Chadderton OL9 0NH | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadderton Hall Junior School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | - not rated | 619 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | - not rated | 672 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Herbert's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Edward Street , Chadderton OL9 9SN | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | - not rated | 619 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | - not rated | 619 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | - not rated | 815 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy Off Canon Dolan Way , Chadderton OL9 9QY | 2out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornham Middle School Hill Top Drive , Kirkholt OL11 2EH | - not rated | 4,883 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 3,096 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,216 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,216 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferney Field Community Special School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | - not rated | 821 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chadderton Preparatory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellen House Secondary Ellen House, Waddington Street , OL9 6QH | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Path 4 Unit 1 Ayaan Business Park, Waddington Street , OL9 6QH | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackstone Secondary School Middleton Road , OL9 6JN | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavilion Cafe | Chaddderton Hall Park, Chadderton Hall Road | 185 yd | |
| Lancaster Park & Animal Farm | Middleton Road | 904 yd | |
| Compass Mizkan Euro | Mizkan Euro, Mills Hill Road | 973 yd | |
| Hangry Hub | 1 Parkgate | 1,033 yd | |
| Baytree Flowers and Coffeehouse | 653 Middleton Road | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Inn | 23 Chadderton Fold | 634 yd | |
| Rose of Lancaster | 7 Haigh Lane | 674 yd | |
| Hunt Lane Tavern | 754 Middleton Road | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunt Lane Chippy | 815 Middleton Road | 731 yd | |
| Modhubon Takeaway | 1152 Middleton Road | 901 yd | |
| My Chippy | 52 Mills Hill Road | 1,015 yd | |
| KD Butties Limited | 1 Parkgate | 1,033 yd | |
| The Mystery | 5 Parkgate | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 90 Cathedral Road | 318 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton Hall Park CHADDERTON HALL ROAD | tennis courts | 275 yd |
| North Chadderton School CHADDERTON HALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Chadderton Fold CHADDERTON FOLD | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Cathedral Road NORWICH AVENUE | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| The Radclyffe School HUNT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 790 yd |
| The Radclyffe School (Closed) HUNT LANE | 790 yd | |
| St Matthews Church ST. MATTHEWS VICARAGE ST. MATTHEWS VICARAGE MILL BROW | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Radclyffe Athletics Centre Hunt Lane | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 121.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.