Is OL12 8SR a safe place to live?

Yes, OL12 8SR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 24 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in OL12 8SR?

The average property price in OL12 8SR is currently around £530k.

What is the population of OL12 8SR?

The population for the OL12 8SR area is approximately 300 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

HIGH PEAK ROAD, OL12 8SR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH PEAK ROAD, OL12 8SR.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,400 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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8/10

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3/10

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9/10

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3/10

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6/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OL12 8SR combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£530k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OL12 8SR is a safe, established residential area on High Peak Road, 0.3km from Broadley in Whitworth. Administratively it sits within Healey and Whitworth ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OL12, OL12 8SR offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £530k.

Census 2021 statistics for OL12 8SR are sourced from Output Area E00128784 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL12 8SR. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 322,500

4 sales · Mean £ 352,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

OL12 8SR has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour10

Violence and sexual offences7

Other theft6

Public order5

Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

Tonacliffe Primary School

Outstanding334 pupils0.3 km

St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

Good151 pupils1.1 km

Whitworth Community High School

Good646 pupils1.3 km

Shawclough Community Primary School

Good464 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Porky's Pit Stop0.2 km
Healey Dell Heritage Centre and Tea Rooms1.0 km
Nero Italian Ltd0.7 km

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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Healey Deli0.7 km
Whitworth Chippy1.0 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Healey Off Licence0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

Whitworth Working Mens Club1.0 km
Healey Conservative Club0.5 km
Whitworth Birches Ltd0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Rochdale4.3 km
Smithy Bridge4.5 km
Littleborough5.6 km

Bus Stops

Birches0.2 km
Birches0.2 km
Tonacliffe0.2 km
Tonacliffe School0.3 km
Station Road0.4 km