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People & Demographics
Holmfirth Road, Greenfield, Oldham, Greater Manchester
OL3 7DROldham
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 OL3 7DR.
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
This area, as mapped by the Census 2021 (closest OA output area), has a population density of 920 people per square kilometre. This value helps determine whether the area feels tightly packed or more expansive.
Postcode OL3 7DR has a population density that's slightly higher than the regional average of 525.8 people per km2. This suggests a moderately bustling area, with closer housing, a lively community of people, and convenient access to shops, schools, and transport links. The increased density can create a vibrant and well-connected atmosphere, however it may also mean higher demand for resources and slightly less personal space compared to quieter postcode areas.
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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 OL3 7DR are married?
Census 2021 shows that 69.4% of individuals in the postcode OL3 7DR are married or in a civil partnership. This is higher than compared to the national average for England & Wales, which stands at 44.7%, a variance of 55.3%.
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69.4%
55.3%Percentage of people in OL3 7DR 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
Within OL3 7DR, children who are 15 years old or younger make up 11.3% of the total population, compared to 17.3% across England. In contrast, 29.1% are aged 65 and up, which includes individuals at retirement age.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
29.1%
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 Census 2021 figures show that 9.7% of households in the OL3 7DR area are single-person households. This percentage is lower than compared to the overall figure for England & Wales, with a variation of -24.2% compared to the national average of 12.8%.
9.7%
-24.2%Percentage of OL3 7DR households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00027387), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (OL3 7DR) 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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