4POPULATION
14.5%UNEMPLOYED
26%MARRIED
£0AVERAGE WAGE
HI CRIME RATE
5%'AB' SOCIAL CLASS
OL7 0LQLocal Map
Approximate address for OL7 0LQ:
IntroductionOL7 0LQ

Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the OL7 0LQ postcode area in Oldham.

We've got loads of statistics for OL7 0LQ, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.

OL Postcode Wall Map
DemographicsOL7 0LQ

What social class do the population of OL7 0LQ belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is OL7 0LQ 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 OL7 0LQ from the Census 2011.


AVERAGE AGES

  • 20%Children
  • 81%Adults

20% of people in this postcode area are children. Of the remainder, 2% are aged 76 or more.

GENDER SPLIT

  • 25%Male
  • 75%Female

From the last census, 25% of people in OL70LQ male, and 75% female. Women outnumber men in St Peter's.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 5%AB
  • 40%C2/C2
  • 55%DE

According to census records, 5% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

MARITAL STATUS

  • 48%SINGLE
  • 26%MARRIED

The percentage of people who are married in OL7 0LQ is 48%. Single and 'other' people is 53%.

ETHNICITY

  • 77%WHITE
  • 21%NON-WHITE

77% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 79.8%WORKING
  • 14.5%UNEMPLOYED

14.5% are either unemployed or students in this area. The UK unemployment rate is 4%.

See all demographics for OL7 0LQ

Discover OL7 0LQ

People and Demographics

OL7 0LQ
People and Demographics

Demographics

An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in OL7 0LQ, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.

OL7 0LQ Demographics

Crime Rates and Statistics

Crime Rates

Police crime stats - see how safe it is around OL7 0LQ, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?

Crime stats in OL7 0LQ

Constituency & Democracy Information

Constituency

Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.

OL7 0LQ Constituency

Local Issues & Problems

Local Issues

In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around OL7 0LQ reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.

OL7 0LQ Issues

Sunrise and Sunset Times

Sunrise/Sunset

Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area OL70LQ. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Sunrise/sunset in OL7 0LQ

Local Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies

Looking for job vacancies in the OL7 0LQ area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.

Job vacancies near OL7 0LQ

Travel & Transport

OL7 0LQ
Travel

Travel

Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to OL7 0LQ.

Travel around OL7 0LQ

Traffic and Travel Reports

Traffic Reports

Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.

Traffic near OL7 0LQ

Taxis and Minicabs

Taxi Firms

Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the OL7 0LQ area.

Taxis near OL7 0LQ

Car Parks

Car Parks

Locate the nearest car parks near OL7 0LQ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Car Parks near OL7 0LQ

Leisure & Outdoor Facilities

OL7 0LQ
Events near OL7 0LQ

Events

From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around OL7 0LQ.

What's on near OL7 0LQ

Local Attractions

Attractions

Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near OL7 0LQ, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.

Attractions near OL7 0LQ

Hotels and Bed & Breakfast

Hotels

Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area OL7 0LQ.

Hotels near OL7 0LQ

Tourist Information

Tourist Information

Locate the nearest car parks near OL7 0LQ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Tourist Information OL7 0LQ

Local Amenities

OL7 0LQ
Banks near OL7 0LQ

Banks

Find the nearest bank or building society in OL7 0LQ. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.

Banks near OL7 0LQ

Cash Machines (ATMs)

Cash Machines

Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the OL7 0LQ postcode area that dispense money.

Cach Machines near OL7 0LQ

Schools

Schools

The nearest schools in the OL7 0LQ area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.

Schools near OL7 0LQ

Shopping Centres

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.

Shopping Centres OL7 0LQ

Police Stations

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.

Police Stations in OL7 0LQ

Emergencies

Emergency Facilities

A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near OL7 0LQ.

Emergencies in OL7 0LQ

Post Offices

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.

Post Offices in OL7 0LQ

Libraries

Libraries

A useful list of lending libraries located in and around OL7 0LQ. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.

Libraries in OL7 0LQ

Your views ofOL7 0LQ

Chris H

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

We don't have any views of Ol70lq right now. If you live in Ol70lq or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of OL7 0LQ

People need your local expertise. If you live in OL7 0LQ or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the OL7 0LQ postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----
Compare Conveyancing Quotes

Essential InformationOL7 0LQ

OL70LQ Postcode Breakdown

OLAREA7DISTRICT0SECTORLQUNIT
Full PostcodeOL7 0LQ
Latitude/Longitude,
Postal TownOldham
Easting
Northing
Ward Name
MSOA Name
LSOA Name
CountyGreater Manchester
Region
CountryEngland
Local Authority
Local Authority Code
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

OL70LQ Postal District

Compass Postal District

OL7 0LQ 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 OL7 0LQ.

Nearest Towns & Cities
Dukinfield1 miles E
Ashton-under-Lyne1.3 miles N
Stalybridge1.7 miles E
Droylsden1.8 miles W
Denton2.2 miles S
Hyde2.4 miles SE
Openshaw2.7 miles W
Failsworth2.7 miles NW
Millbrook3.3 miles E
Newton Heath3.4 miles W
Lees4 miles NE
Levenshulme4.4 miles W
Micklehurst4.5 miles E
Bredbury4.5 miles S
Manchester4.7 miles W
London161 miles SE
Glasgow183 miles NW
Edinburgh176 miles N
Cardiff145 miles S
Liverpool37 miles W
Southampton181 miles S
Saint Ives183 miles S

Plans to rebuild vape factory gutted by fire

The site has been empty for months after a fire caused by a faulty light destroyed the warehouse.

BBC News

Driver charged after abandoned car causes M6 crash

A 44-year-old man has been charged after a car was left in a live lane, causing a coach to crash.

BBC News

Essex wrap up innings win over Lancashire

Essex bowl out Lancashire for just 107 to complete their second Championship win in three games at the start of the new season.

BBC News

Potholes made number one priority for residents

The state of Lancashire's roads is a major concern for the county's residents, councillors hear.

BBC News

Council's special needs transport costs rise by 8m

The cost of using private-hire vehicles is "eye-watering", says county councillor Mike Goulthorp.

BBC News

QPR close to safety after win over Preston

Lyndon Dykes' first-half goal is enough to win all three points as QPR beat Preston at Loftus Road.

BBC News

Burnley boost survival hopes with win at Sheff Utd

Burnley give their Premier League survival hopes a huge boost with a vital victory to push bottom side Sheffield United further towards relegation.

BBC News

Kinder Buenos worth 134k stolen from estate

Thieves have made off with 134,000 worth of Kinder Bueno chocolate in an early morning raid.

BBC News

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more

53.48101
-2.106887