oldham OL10 Postcodes
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Oldham (OL10)
The OL10 postcode area is located in the Oldham postcode town region, within the county of Greater Manchester, and contains a total of 1079 individual postcodes.
There are 15 electoral wards in the OL10 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, 14% of people in OL10 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 OL10 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The OL10 postcode is located in the borough of Oldham, Greater Manchester. The area is bordered by the towns of Rochdale, Heywood, Lees and Shaw. The areas around the postcode saw significant growth in the 19th century when the textile industry flourished. There are now a wide variety of businesses based in the area with their roots still stemming from this industry.
The OL10 postcode is popular with commuters. It has excellent transport links to neighbouring cities, including Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool. Public transport in and around the area is excellent, with plenty of bus services operating throughout the day and night. The area is well connected in terms of rail, with three local stations - Shaw, Derker and Mills Hill - located within a few minutes' walk.
The OL10 postcode also covers a number of different neighbourhoods. These include Shaw, Derker, Milnrow, Failsworth, Denshaw, Diggle and Dobcross. There is a good selection of diverse shops and local amenities, with plenty to explore. These include Aabroo Sanitary Centre, Chenil Veterinary Clinic, Angelina's Traditional Bakery, Anthony's Kitchens and Shree Misthan Bhandar.
The OL10 postcode has a great selection of local schools, ranging from nursery to secondary level. These include St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Donham Primary School, Mills Hill Primary School, Failsworth Secondary School and St Peter's Catholic High School.
Local leisure facilities include Royton and Crompton Leisure Centre, Rochdale Road Valley Park, King George's Park, and many more. The area is also home to the idyllic Hollingworth Lake Country Park, a large recreational area that offers activities such as canoeing, sailing, fishing and walking trails.
OL10 postcode provides a great base to live in - it offers excellent transport links, plenty of local amenities, lots of recreational activities for all the family, schools, leisure facilities, and more.
Demographics
Greater Manchester
OL10 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 | OL10 |
| Postal Town | Oldham |
| MSOA Name | Rochdale 018 |
| LSOA Name | Rochdale 018B |
| County | Greater Manchester |
| Region | Greater Manchester |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
OL10 Electoral Wards
The postal region of OL10, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 14% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.