Dawlish Avenue is in Chadderton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL9 0RF 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 Dawlish Avenue, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 0RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL9 0RE, OL9 0QD, OL9 0QU, OL9 0QF, OL9 0RQ, OL9 0QP, OL9 0QB, OL9 0QT, OL9 0RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL9 0RF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.6% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.4% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.4% | 36.1% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 48.5% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 4.4% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.8% | 57.8% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 30.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 10.2% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 15% | 10.2% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.9% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 12% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.9% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.5% | 17.9% | -0.6% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 40.9% | 12.1% | 33.8% | 7.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 4.5% | 9% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 7.9% |
| Chinese | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 4.1% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 87.7% | 83.7% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 95.5% | 92.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 92.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 76.7% | 17.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.1% | 37.2% | -15.1% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 13.5% | 6.5% | 7.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 0.6% | 6.0% | -5.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dawlish Avenue 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 -6.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Dawlish Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2024-08-08 | £167,734 |
| 20 Dawlish Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-05-03 | £271,287 |
| 22 Dawlish Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-03-27 | £183,929 |
| 32 Dawlish Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2022-09-30 | £206,123 |
| 6 Dawlish Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,750 | 2020-09-22 | £220,563 |
OL9 0RF 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,612 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mills Hill Primary School Baytree Avenue , Chadderton OL9 0NH | 4out of 4 | 663 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Herbert's RC School Edward Street , Chadderton OL9 9SN | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Wood Primary School Elm Street , Middleton M24 2EG | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bare Trees Primary School Holly Grove , Chadderton OL9 0DX | 4out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Community school | 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 | 3out of 4 | 555 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | 4out of 4 | 955 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Technology School Kenyon Lane , Middleton M24 2GT | 3out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College Broadway , Chadderton OL9 9QY | 3out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 2GL | 3out of 4 | 2,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 2,977 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 3,007 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,315 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 1,107 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Special School Foxdenton Lane , Chadderton OL9 9QR | 4out of 4 | 2,363 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood High Kelsall Street , OL9 6HR | - not rated | 2,615 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 2,632 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elland House School Unit 7, Roman Road , OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 2,797 yd | Other independent special 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 | 156 yd | |
| Hangry Hub | 1 Parkgate | 941 yd | |
| Lancaster Park & Animal Farm | Middleton Road | 979 yd | |
| Baytree Flowers and Coffeehouse | 653 Middleton Road | 1,067 yd | |
| Compass Mizkan Euro | Mizkan Euro, Mills Hill Road | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Inn | 23 Chadderton Fold | 518 yd | |
| Rose of Lancaster | 7 Haigh Lane | 746 yd | |
| Hunt Lane Tavern | 754 Middleton Road | 752 yd | |
| North Chadderton Social & Bowling Club | North Chadderton Social & Bowl, Broadway | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunt Lane Chippy | 815 Middleton Road | 778 yd | |
| KD Butties Limited | 1 Parkgate | 941 yd | |
| The Mystery | 5 Parkgate | 941 yd | |
| Mamma's | 1A Parkgate | 941 yd | |
| Inaruku Sushi | 5 Parkgate | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 90 Cathedral Road | 204 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton Hall Park CHADDERTON HALL ROAD | tennis courts | 214 yd |
| North Chadderton School CHADDERTON HALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 438 yd |
| Chadderton Fold CHADDERTON FOLD | grass pitches | 532 yd |
| Cathedral Road NORWICH AVENUE | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| St Matthews Church ST. MATTHEWS VICARAGE ST. MATTHEWS VICARAGE MILL BROW | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| The Radclyffe School HUNT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 884 yd |
| The Radclyffe School (Closed) HUNT LANE | 884 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 | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.