OL15 0DL is a mixed residential area on Heald Close, 0.2km from Hollingworth in Littleborough. Administratively it sits within Littleborough Lakeside ward and the Rochdale constituency.
For families considering a move, OL15 0DL represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £260k, up 28.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for OL15 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00027944 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEALD CLOSE, OL15 0DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEALD CLOSE, OL15 0DL.
305
49
£ 46,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL15 0DL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OL15 0DL spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 28.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL15 0DL. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 248,500
14 sales · Mean £ 237,785
Detached
£ 235,000
1 sales · Mean £ 235,000
school Local Schools
Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Littleborough
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Lake Convenience Store0.4 km
- The Lake Shop0.6 km
- Bank Top Farm0.9 km
- Choudhry Brothers1.0 km
- Allons-y Wine and Coffee Ltd0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Tophams Tavern0.8 km
- The Beach0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Boss Butties1.0 km
- Hollingworth Lake Rowing Club0.2 km
- Krave 2020 Ltd0.1 km
- Royds Catering Services0.2 km
- The Wine Press0.4 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Dragon City0.6 km
- Littleborough Balti Taste0.4 km
- Mr Thomas's0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smithy Bridge0.8 km
- Littleborough1.2 km
- Milnrow Metrolink2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Higher Cleggswood Avenue0.1 km
- Higher Cleggswood Avenue0.1 km
- Higher Cleggswood Avenue0.1 km
- Higher Cleggswood Avenue0.1 km
- The Beach0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL150DL · Data under Open Government Licence