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People & Demographics
OL12 7FSRochdale
Understanding the makeup of communities is at the very heart of the Census. The "People & Demographics" section looks at who we are, how we live, and the spaces we share. From population density - how tightly packed or spacious your neighbourhood feels - to people's relationships that shape households, every detail helps build a picture of daily life. You'll also find insights into age groups and household compositions, revealing generational trends and living arrangements. This data and analysis gives you a great insight into the tapestry of life in OL12 7FS.
Population Density
Census 2021 dataset "TS002 - Population Density" provides a detailed look at how people are distributed across an area, measured as the number of residents per square kilometre. This is a key indicator that helps us understand how crowded or spacious a location feels. Higher density often suggests urban areas with compact housing and busy communities, whereas lower density points to rural or semi-rural locations with open space and/or countryside and fewer neighbours.
Packed or Peaceful? How This Postcode Stacks Up
According to Census 2021, the population density of the OL12 7FS neighbourhood (closest match to OA output area) is 1,120 people per square kilometre. This statistic provides a clear picture of how many residents share each square kilometre, offering valuable insight into the area's level of urbanisation and living conditions.
OL12 7FS has a population density notably higher than the regional average based on Census 2021 data. This level of population density is typical of more urbanised locations, where housing is packed closer together, and amenities like shops, schools, and transport are often within walking distance. The area is likely to have a vibrant community with plenty of activity.
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113Population Density.
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Legal Marriage/Partnership Status
Legal Partnership Status provides data on the legal relationship status of individuals, including categories like single, married, in a civil partnership, separated, divorced, or widowed. This data is crucial for understanding demographic trends and patterns in relationships over time.
How many people in OL12 7FS are married?
The 2021 Census indicates that 35.7% of individuals in the postcode OL12 7FS are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is lower than compared to the England & Wales average, where the marriage and civil partnership rate is 44.7%, a difference of -20.1%.
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35.7%
-20.1%Percentage of people in OL12 7FS who are married.
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Age (by 5-year bands)
Age by 5-Year Age Bands breaks down the population into age groups, each spanning five years. It typically ranges from 0–4 years, 5–9 years, and so on, up to 85 years and older. This granularity allows for a detailed view of the age distribution within a population. It provides insights into demographic trends and the proportion of different age groups within a given area.
Age Breakdown
In the OL12 7FS postcode, 23.4% of the population consists of children aged 15 and under, compared with 17.3% across the whole of England. At the other end of the age spectrum, 15.7% are aged 65 or older, which includes retirement age.
This is a significant difference, which could be due to a low stock of smaller properties, or lack of access to healthcare facilities nearby.
15.7%
Percentage of the population aged 65 and older
Household Composition
Household Composition categorises households by their structure. It includes single-person households, family households, multi-family households, and other household arrangements. Family households can consist of couples, couples with children, or single-parent families. Multi-family households refer to those with multiple families living together, while 'other' can encompass shared living arrangements, such as roommates or extended families.
Solo Household Statistics
The Census 2021 figures show that 21% of households in the OL12 7FS area are single-person households. This percentage is higher than compared to the overall figure for England & Wales, with a variation of 64.1% compared to the national average of 12.8%.
21%
64.1%Percentage of OL12 7FS households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00027777), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (OL12 7FS) and 2021 Census data. Output areas may include more households and population than postcodes.
Data source: Census 2021 / Office for National Statistics
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