Prospect Road is in Oldham and in Oldham district. OL9 6LG is located in the Coldhurst 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 Prospect Road, Oldham, OL9 6LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL9 6LF, OL9 6NB, OL9 6PX, OL9 6SJ, OL9 6PW, OL9 6LH, OL9 6SH, OL9 6LX, OL9 6LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL9 6LG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 48.6% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.9% | 51.4% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 6LG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 27.8% | 35.1% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 53.7% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.2% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 45.7% | 51.7% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 38% | 32.8% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 9.7% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 OL9 6LG this area, 37.8% 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 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.1% | 37.8% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 19.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 10% | -8.3% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 14.4% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.8% | 11.9% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 17% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 13.5% | 3.7% | -9.8% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 6.5% 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 | 87.1% | 85.3% | -1.8% | 1.1% | 84.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 8.3% | 6.5% | -1.8% | 81.4% | -74.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 60.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.5% | 60.6% | 8.1% | 83.2% | -22.6% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 45.7% | 37.2% | -8.5% | 5.6% | 31.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 52.5% | 60.6% | 8.1% | 83.2% | -22.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 30.4% | 26.5% | 9.8% | 20.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.7% | 3.2% | -3.5% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.2% | 4.7% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 29.7% | 1% | -28.7% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 8.5% | 1.2% | 7.3% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 4.8% | 37.2% | -32.4% |
| Christian | 3% | 46.2% | -43.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 87.2% | 6.5% | 80.7% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prospect Road 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 much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Prospect Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-06-27 | £136,085 |
| 55 Prospect Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2025-03-27 | £91,735 |
| 77 Prospect Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2021-02-26 | £69,724 |
| 81 Prospect Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-01-07 | £112,776 |
| 83 Prospect Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2018-11-22 | £133,753 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL9 6LG 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 | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Other | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorclose Nursery School Aspinall Street , Middleton M24 2BE | - not rated | 3,013 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acresfield Nursery School Acresfield Road , Middleton M24 2NU | - not rated | 3,919 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 | 5,405 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Academy Middleton Road , Oldham OL9 6BH | 4out of 4 | 456 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Middleton Road , OL9 6BH | - not rated | 456 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Brow Community School Victoria Street , Chadderton OL9 0BY | 3out of 4 | 651 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bare Trees Junior School Holly Grove , Chadderton OL9 0DX | - not rated | 735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bare Trees Primary School Holly Grove , Chadderton OL9 0DX | 3out of 4 | 735 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange School Rochdale Road , OL9 6DY | - not rated | 847 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy Bloom Street , Shaw OL9 6BP | - not rated | 918 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Manchester Sustainable Engineering UTC MIDDLETON ROAD , OL9 6DE | - not rated | 1,037 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 996 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 1,302 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 1,302 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,962 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackstone Secondary School Middleton Road , OL9 6JN | - not rated | 204 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellen House Secondary Ellen House, Waddington Street , OL9 6QH | - not rated | 326 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Path 4 Unit 1 Ayaan Business Park, Waddington Street , OL9 6QH | - not rated | 326 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood High Kelsall Street , OL9 6HR | - not rated | 639 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| EdStart Schools Oldham and Rochdale 276 Maygate , Off Chadderton Way OL9 6TR | - not rated | 686 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grill | 59-61 Featherstall Road North | 322 yd | |
| Amina Sweets & Restaurant | 63 Featherstall Road North | 323 yd | |
| Sanam | 53 Featherstall Road North | 327 yd | |
| Oldham Snooker Academy | Osborne Mill, Unit 28 Waddington Street | 327 yd | |
| The Lunge Box | Manchester Fencing Centre, Osborne Mill, Osborne Street | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Chadderton Con Club | 17 Victoria Street | 362 yd | |
| Sun Mill Inn | 503-507 Middleton Road | 515 yd | |
| Chadderton Reform Club | Chadderton Reform Club, Middleton Road | 645 yd | |
| Spring Vale Inn | 14 Burnley Street | 665 yd | |
| Clayton Green Brewers Fayre | Clayton Green Brewers Fayre, Westhulme Way | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century City | 296 Middleton Road | 214 yd | |
| Saz's Hot & Cold Sarnies | Land Used By Evergreen Developments, 11 Lansdowne Road | 303 yd | |
| Subway | 69-71 Featherstall Road North | 319 yd | |
| Brunch Bistro | 1a Summers Street | 323 yd | |
| Food Junkie | 33 Featherstall Road North | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Limited, Ellen Street | 484 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Superstore, 1 Milne Street | 505 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 521 Middleton Road | 515 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Featherstall Road North | 524 yd | |
| Oldham Superstore | Unit 7-9, Chadderton Shopping Precinct, Middleton Road | 576 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oba Millennium Centre FEATHERSTALL ROAD NORTH | health and fitness suite | 320 yd |
| Chadderton Sports Centre (Closed) Middleton Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 409 yd |
| Kick Sonic WADDINGTON STREET | artificial grass pitch | 448 yd |
| Grange Synthetic Pitch West End Street | artificial grass pitch | 685 yd |
| Chadderton Wellbeing Centre BURNLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 725 yd |
| Better Health And Fitness (Closed) Featherstall Road South | health and fitness suite | 783 yd |
| Chadderton Football Club Andrew Street | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Bare Trees Primary School HOLLY GROVE | artificial grass pitch | 833 yd |
| Westwood Park (Closed) Westhulme Avenue | tennis courts | 953 yd |
| Oldham College ROCHDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 997 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 | 43.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.45 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.