oldham OL14 Postcodes
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Oldham (OL14)
The OL14 postcode area is located in the Oldham postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 982 individual postcodes.
There are 29 electoral wards in the OL14 postcode area, including Ashton-Under-Lyne, Bacup, Heywood, Littleborough, Oldham, Rochdale, Todmorden which come under the local authority of the Calderdale Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 23% of people in OL14 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 OL14 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The OL14 postcode covers an area within the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester in the North West of England. It covers the localities of Calderbrook, Denshaw, Whitworth, Shawclough, Broadley and Newhey.
Most of OL14 is located in the rural parts of the borough, with steep hills and woods. It lies adjacent to the areas of OL12, OL15, OL16 and OL17.
Calderbrook, growing from the small mill village of days past, is now a desirable area close to open countryside. It's close to the lovely village of Bamford and the town of Shaw. The small village of Denshaw is located just to the southeast of Oldham and experiences much less of the congestion that Oldham does. There is a pub in the area; The Navigation Inn, and good public transport links, perfect for those wishing to commute to either Manchester or Rochdale.
Whitworth lies north of Rochdale. It's mainly residential and features a traditional market square, post office, library and park. Whitworth also has an annual fair held on the first Saturday in October, with amusements, live music, traditional food and drinks and stalls.
Shawclough is a small residential area situated on the edge of the town of Rochdale. It has local shops and businesses, as well as a community centre.
Broadley is a popular settlement along the River Beal in West Yorkshire and is close to Leeds, Bradford and Huddersfield. The area is well known for its scenic views of the Pennines and has multiple trails for walkers and cyclists.
Newhey is a semi-rural residential area located in long valley, between Rochdale and Huddersfield. It has a small village centre, two parks and a playground. It is also home to a newly renovated library and a pub, the Old Bridge Inn.
Public transport links in OL14 are provided by the Oldham Loop Line and Manchester Metrolink tram network. The area is served by local buses, including the 409, 410 and 413 services, which all run to Oldham. The nearest railway station is Slade Lane, one stop to the east of Oldham Central.
The OL14 covers a mix of urban and rural communities where locals and visitors alike can enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside, as well as numerous shops, pubs, restaurants and services.
Demographics
West Yorkshire
OL14 is located in the county of West Yorkshire, in England.
West Yorkshire has a total population of 2,299,700, making it the 4th largest county in the UK.
West Yorkshire has a total area of 783 square miles, and a population density of 1133 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | OL14 |
| Postal Town | Oldham |
| MSOA Name | Calderdale 013 |
| LSOA Name | Calderdale 013B |
| County | West Yorkshire |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
OL14 Electoral Wards
The postal region of OL14, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 23% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.