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People & Demographics
OL9 6FBOldham
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 OL9 6FB.
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 OL9 6FB postcode area (closest match to OA output area) is, 2,781 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 neighbourhood around OL9 6FB 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 OL9 6FB are married?
According to Census 2021, 48.8% of those living in the postcode OL9 6FB are married or in a civil partnership. This percentage is higher than than the rate for England & Wales, where 44.7% of the population are married or in civil partnerships, a difference of 9.2%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
48.8%
9.2%Percentage of people in OL9 6FB 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
Children aged 15 and under form 26.4% of the population in the OL9 6FB area, compared to 17.3% across the rest of England. On the senior side of the spectrum, 8.5% are 65 or older, encompassing the retirement-age group.
This is a significant difference, which could be due to a low stock of smaller properties, or lack of access to healthcare facilities nearby.
8.5%
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
According to the 2021 Census, 5.4% of households in the OL9 6FB postcode are occupied by a single person. This is lower than than the rate across England & Wales, differing by -57.8% from the national average, where 12.8% of households consist of a single individual.
5.4%
-57.8%Percentage of OL9 6FB households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00027490), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (OL9 6FB) 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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