79POPULATION
5.2%UNEMPLOYED
40%MARRIED
£0AVERAGE WAGE
LO CRIME RATE
10%'AB' SOCIAL CLASS
OL9 8AFLocal Map
Approximate address for OL9 8AF:
IntroductionOL9 8AF

Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the OL9 8AF postcode area in Oldham.

We've got loads of statistics for OL9 8AF, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.

OL Postcode Wall Map
DemographicsOL9 8AF

What social class do the population of OL9 8AF belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is OL9 8AF 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 OL9 8AF from the Census 2011.


AVERAGE AGES

  • 19%Children
  • 80%Adults

19% of people in this postcode area are children. Of the remainder, 5% are aged 76 or more.

GENDER SPLIT

  • 55.7%Male
  • 44.3%Female

From the last census, 55.7% of people in OL98AF male, and 44.3% female. Men outnumber women in Chadderton South.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 10%AB
  • 59%C2/C2
  • 31%DE

According to census records, 10% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

MARITAL STATUS

  • 41%SINGLE
  • 40%MARRIED

The percentage of people who are married in OL9 8AF is 41%. Single and 'other' people is 59%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 88.5%WORKING
  • 5.2%UNEMPLOYED

5.2% are either unemployed or students in this area. The UK unemployment rate is 4%.

See all demographics for OL9 8AF

Discover OL9 8AF

People and Demographics

OL9 8AF
People and Demographics

Demographics

An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in OL9 8AF, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.

OL9 8AF Demographics

Crime Rates and Statistics

Crime Rates

Police crime stats - see how safe it is around OL9 8AF, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?

Crime stats in OL9 8AF

Constituency & Democracy Information

Constituency

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

OL9 8AF Constituency

Local Issues & Problems

Local Issues

In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around OL9 8AF reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.

OL9 8AF 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 OL98AF. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Sunrise/sunset in OL9 8AF

Local Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies

Looking for job vacancies in the OL9 8AF area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.

Job vacancies near OL9 8AF

Travel & Transport

OL9 8AF
Travel

Travel

Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to OL9 8AF.

Travel around OL9 8AF

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 OL9 8AF

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 OL9 8AF area.

Taxis near OL9 8AF

Car Parks

Car Parks

Locate the nearest car parks near OL9 8AF, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Car Parks near OL9 8AF

Leisure & Outdoor Facilities

OL9 8AF
Events near OL9 8AF

Events

From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around OL9 8AF.

What's on near OL9 8AF

Local Attractions

Attractions

Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near OL9 8AF, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.

Attractions near OL9 8AF

Hotels and Bed & Breakfast

Hotels

Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area OL9 8AF.

Hotels near OL9 8AF

Tourist Information

Tourist Information

Locate the nearest car parks near OL9 8AF, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Tourist Information OL9 8AF

Local Amenities

OL9 8AF
Banks near OL9 8AF

Banks

Find the nearest bank or building society in OL9 8AF. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.

Banks near OL9 8AF

Cash Machines (ATMs)

Cash Machines

Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the OL9 8AF postcode area that dispense money.

Cach Machines near OL9 8AF

Schools

Schools

The nearest schools in the OL9 8AF area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.

Schools near OL9 8AF

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 OL9 8AF

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 OL9 8AF

Emergencies

Emergency Facilities

A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near OL9 8AF.

Emergencies in OL9 8AF

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 OL9 8AF

Libraries

Libraries

A useful list of lending libraries located in and around OL9 8AF. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.

Libraries in OL9 8AF

Your views ofOL9 8AF

Chris H

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

We don't have any views of Ol98af right now. If you live in Ol98af or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of OL9 8AF

People need your local expertise. If you live in OL9 8AF 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 OL9 8AF 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 InformationOL9 8AF

OL98AF Postcode Breakdown

OLAREA9DISTRICT8SECTORAFUNIT
Full PostcodeOL9 8AF
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

OL98AF Postal District

Compass Postal District

OL9 8AF 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 OL9 8AF.

Nearest Towns & Cities
Failsworth1.1 miles SE
Oldham2 miles NE
Newton Heath2.4 miles SW
Middleton2.5 miles NW
Ashton-under-Lyne2.9 miles SE
Royton3 miles NE
Droylsden3.2 miles S
Manchester3.4 miles SW
Lees3.5 miles E
Dukinfield4.2 miles SE
Openshaw4.4 miles S
Heywood4.6 miles NW
Stalybridge4.7 miles E
Millbrook5.3 miles E
Milnrow5.3 miles NE
London165 miles SE
Glasgow179 miles NW
Edinburgh172 miles N
Cardiff147 miles S
Liverpool36 miles W
Southampton185 miles S
Saint Ives187 miles S

Survival fight over sea gate costs - port authority

The costs incurred following a broken harbour sea gate are "unsustainable", says a port authority.

BBC News

Egg stench from landfill makes us ill - residents

Campaigners say they are in a "living hell" and "want the place closed down".

BBC News

What photo ID do you need to vote in elections?

People will need to show photo ID at polling stations before voting in the local elections in May.

BBC News

Can I take a selfie at a polling station?

The rules on everything from dogs, children, ID and selfies to voting while drunk.

BBC News

Man guilty of murdering father in 'callous' attack

Austin Duckworth forced his way into his father's Preston home and "repeatedly punched him to the head".

BBC News

Blackpool South by-election to take place in May

It comes after Ex-Tory MP Scott Benton stood down rather than face a recall petition.

BBC News

Food tops council's spend from government fund

Lancashire County Council says it spends money from the Household Support Fund on food vouchers.

BBC News

Election poll tracker: How do the parties compare?

How do people say they will vote in the UK general election? Our poll tracker measures the trends.

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

53.52934
-2.151496