OL16 5LG Postcode Area
Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the OL16 5LG postcode area in Oldham.
We've got loads of statistics for OL16 5LG, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.
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What social class do the population of OL16 5LG belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is OL16 5LG in Oldham, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about OL16 5LG from the Census 2011.
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People and Demographics
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Demographics
An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in OL16 5LG, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.
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Crime Rates
Police crime stats - see how safe it is around OL16 5LG, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?
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Constituency
Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.
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Local Issues
In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around OL16 5LG reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.
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Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area OL165LG. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!
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Job Vacancies
Looking for job vacancies in the OL16 5LG area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.
Travel & Transport
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Travel
Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to OL16 5LG.
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Traffic Reports
Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.
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Taxi Firms
Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the OL16 5LG area.
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Car Parks
Locate the nearest car parks near OL16 5LG, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Leisure & Outdoor Facilities
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Events
From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around OL16 5LG.
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Attractions
Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near OL16 5LG, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.
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Hotels
Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area OL16 5LG.
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Tourist Information
Locate the nearest car parks near OL16 5LG, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Local Amenities
OL16 5LG![Banks near OL16 5LG](/images/misc/banks.jpg?w=250&h=110&mode=crop&scale=both)
Banks
Find the nearest bank or building society in OL16 5LG. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.
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Cash Machines
Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the OL16 5LG postcode area that dispense money.
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Schools
The nearest schools in the OL16 5LG area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.
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Shopping Centres
Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.
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Police Stations
Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.
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Emergency Facilities
A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near OL16 5LG.
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Post Offices
Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.
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Libraries
A useful list of lending libraries located in and around OL16 5LG. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.
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OL165LG Postcode Breakdown
OLAREA | 16DISTRICT | 5SECTOR | LGUNIT |
Full Postcode | OL16 5LG |
Latitude/Longitude | , |
Postal Town | Oldham |
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County | Greater Manchester |
Region | |
Country | England |
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Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
OL165LG Postal District
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OL16 5LG postcode is located in the postal town of Oldham. Oldham postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode OL16 5LG.
Rochdale | 0.8 miles N |
Milnrow | 1.9 miles E |
Royton | 2.9 miles SE |
Heywood | 3.3 miles W |
Whitworth | 3.5 miles NW |
Oldham | 4 miles SE |
Facit | 4.3 miles N |
Middleton | 4.4 miles SW |
Shawforth | 5.5 miles N |
Delph | 5.9 miles E |
Lees | 5.9 miles SE |
Failsworth | 6.1 miles S |
Bury | 6.4 miles W |
Bacup | 6.7 miles N |
Walsden | 6.8 miles N |
London | 170 miles SE |
Glasgow | 174 miles NW |
Edinburgh | 167 miles N |
Cardiff | 152 miles S |
Liverpool | 38 miles W |
Southampton | 190 miles S |
Saint Ives | 192 miles S |
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