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People & Demographics
OL1 2EDOldham
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 2ED.
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 identifies the population density of this area (closest match to OA output area) as 2,567 people per square kilometre. This detail sheds light on the area's living density, revealing whether it feels bustling or more spacious.
The neighbourhood around OL1 2ED 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 OL1 2ED are married?
As per Census 2021, 40.5% of people in the postcode OL1 2ED are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is lower than than the marriage rate across England & Wales, which is 44.7%, representing a difference of -9.4%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
40.5%
-9.4%Percentage of people in OL1 2ED 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 OL1 2ED area, 27.9% of the population is made up of children aged 15 and under, compared to 17.3% across England. At the senior end of the spectrum, 14.8% are aged 65 or older, including those who have reached 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.
14.8%
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
Census 2021 reveals that 20.6% of households in the OL1 2ED postcode are single-person homes. This percentage is higher than compared to the figure for England & Wales, showing a difference of 60.9% from the nationwide average, where 12.8% of households are single-person.
20.6%
60.9%Percentage of OL1 2ED households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00027638), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (OL1 2ED) 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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