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People & Demographics
71A Henshaw St, Oldham, Oldham OL1 2AA
OL1 2AAOldham
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 OL1 2AA.
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
Census 2021 data tells us that the population density of the OL1 2AA postcode area (closest match to OA output area) is, 1,233 people per square kilometre. This figure represents the number of residents living in each square kilometre, which offers insight into how crowded or spacious the neighbourhood is.
OL1 2AA 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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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 OL1 2AA are married?
Census 2021 shows that 21.4% of individuals in the postcode OL1 2AA are married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than compared to the national average for England & Wales, which stands at 44.7%, a variance of -52.1%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
21.4%
-52.1%Percentage of people in OL1 2AA 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
21% of the residents in OL1 2AA are children who are 15 years old or younger, compared to 17.3% across the whole of England. At the senior end of the spectrum, 20.1% are aged 65 or older, including those who have reached retirement age.
This is largely in line with the rest of the country.
20.1%
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 25.7% of households within the postcode OL1 2AA consist of one person living alone. This rate is higher than across England & Wales, differing by 100.8% from the national proportion, which stands at 12.8% single-person households.
25.7%
100.8%Percentage of OL1 2AA households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00027093), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (OL1 2AA) 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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