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People & Demographics
Enville St, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6EN
OL6 6ENTameside
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 OL6 6EN.
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 OL6 6EN postcode area (closest match to OA output area) is, 6,516 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.
The OL6 6EN neighbourhood has a population density much higher than the regional average of 525.8 people per km2, making it one of the most densely populated areas in the region. This is typical of urban hubs where housing, amenities, and services are tightly packed, creating a vibrant, fast-paced environment. People living here can benefit from unparalleled convenience - everything from shops and schools to public transport is on the doorstep. However, such high density can bring challenges including limited green spaces, higher noise levels, and potential congestion.
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1139Population 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 OL6 6EN are married?
Census 2021 reveals that 34.5% of residents in the postcode OL6 6EN are either married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than compared to the national average across England & Wales, which is 44.7%, a variance of -22.8%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
34.5%
-22.8%Percentage of people in OL6 6EN 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 OL6 6EN area, 24.7% of the population is made up of children aged 15 and under, compared to 17.3% across England. At the upper end of the age scale, 13.5 percent are 65 and above, including those at retirement age. This compares to 22.4% at regional level, and 21.8% across the country who are aged 65 and above, a difference of -38.1% when compared to England as a whole.
This is a significant difference, which could be due to a low stock of smaller properties, or lack of access to healthcare facilities nearby.
13.5%
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
Based on Census 2021 data, 15.5% of households in the OL6 6EN postcode are made up of a single occupant. This is higher than when compared to the overall data for England & Wales, with a difference of 21.1% relative to the national figure, where 12.8% of households are composed of a single person.
15.5%
21.1%Percentage of OL6 6EN households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00030149), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (OL6 6EN) 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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