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People & Demographics
Nordale Park, Rochdale, Greater Manchester
OL12 7RSRochdale
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 7RS.
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
The Census 2021 reports a population density of 2,873 people per square kilometre for this area (closest match to OA output area). This figure highlights how concentrated the population is within the neighbourhood, helping to evaluate its overall spaciousness or density.
The neighbourhood around OL12 7RS has a population density between 200% and 600% higher than the regional average of 525.8 people per km2, as shown in Census 2021 data. This increase in density indicates a highly urbanised area, characterised by dense housing, bustling streets, and plenty of local amenities such as shops, schools, and public transport options. Such areas often attract individuals seeking convenience and community activities.
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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 7RS are married?
The 2021 Census data indicates that 65.7% of people living in the postcode OL12 7RS are either married or in a civil partnership. This rate is higher than than the overall figure for England & Wales, differing by 47.0% from the national rate of 44.7%.
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65.7%
47.0%Percentage of people in OL12 7RS 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 7RS area, 6.8% of the population is made up of children aged 15 and under, compared to 17.3% across England. On the senior side of the spectrum, 47.2% are 65 or older, encompassing the retirement-age group.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
47.2%
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 2021 Census data indicates that 17.1% of households within the postcode OL12 7RS consist of one person living alone. This rate is higher than across England & Wales, differing by 33.6% from the national proportion, which stands at 12.8% single-person households.
17.1%
33.6%Percentage of OL12 7RS households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00028221), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (OL12 7RS) 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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