oldham OL11 Postcodes
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Oldham (OL11)
The OL11 postcode area is located in the Oldham postcode town region, within the county of Greater Manchester, and contains a total of 1409 individual postcodes.
There are 36 electoral wards in the OL11 postcode area, including Ashton-Under-Lyne, Bacup, Heywood, Littleborough, Oldham, Rochdale, Todmorden which come under the local authority of the Rochdale Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 17% of people in OL11 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of OL11 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The OL11 postcode is located within the Oldham district of Greater Manchester, England. It covers a large area including the towns and villages of Shaw, Denshaw, Austerlands, Royton, Hathershaw, Thornham, Moorside, and Werneth.
Previously within the Lancashire region, OL11 was incorporated into the Greater Manchester area in 1974. The ward of Westwood, part of the current OL11 district, is the oldest village in Oldham, established around 1274.
The local economy of OL11 centres around Greater Manchester, with many residents commuting to the city for work. There are relatively few businesses located in the postcode, with a few small industrial parks and light development along the M62 corridor. In terms of education, there are primary, junior, and secondary schools located in the postcode area.
In terms of accessibility, the area is served by the M62 and M66 motorways, making it relatively easy to access Oldham, Manchester, and Bolton. It is also served by local buses, including the 448, which runs through towns and villages within OL11, and the 409, which runs through Oldham, Royton, and Shaw.
In terms of recreation, OL11 is home to Daisy Nook Country Park, an ideal destination for walking, cycling, and fishing. The area is also home to Hopwood Cottage, which is a Grade II listed building, and the Hollinwood Branch Canal which connects Manchester to Huddersfield. For those who enjoy shopping, there are a range of retail outlets located within the postcode.
OL11 is also home to many places of worship, including synagogue, churches, and mosques. There are also a growing number of leisure facilities, including a number of bowling greens, martial arts centres, shooting ranges, and football clubs. These facilities are popular among locals and those visiting from other parts of the country.
OL11 is a diverse, vibrant postcode within the Greater Manchester region. As the area continues to expand, those living within the postcode can take advantage of all the amenities and leisure activities it has to offer.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 82%WORKING
- 18%UNEMPLOYED
18% of people in OL11 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 72%WHITE
- 28%NON-WHITE
72% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Greater Manchester
OL11 is located in the county of Greater Manchester, in England.
Greater Manchester has a total population of 2,782,100, making it the 3rd largest county in the UK.
Greater Manchester has a total area of 492 square miles, and a population density of 2180 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | OL11 |
Postal Town | Oldham |
MSOA Name | Rochdale 012 |
LSOA Name | Rochdale 012B |
County | Greater Manchester |
Region | Greater Manchester |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Rochdale |
Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
OL11 Electoral Wards
The postal region of OL11, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, March 9, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 17% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.