OL2 5AR is a mixed residential area on Sparrow Street, 0.3km from Long Sight in Royton. Administratively it sits within Royton South ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.
For families considering a move, OL2 5AR represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £158k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for OL2 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00027347 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPARROW STREET, OL2 5AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPARROW STREET, OL2 5AR.
379
45
£ 37,300 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL2 5AR represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OL2 5AR spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL2 5AR. The average age is 44.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 101,500
4 sales · Mean £ 114,000
school Local Schools
St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School
The Oldham Academy North
Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School
St Paul's CofE Primary School
St Hilda's CofE Primary School
Burnley Brow Community School
Royton Hall Primary School
Thorp Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Chedgold (Shell Garage)0.3 km
- Longsight Mini Market0.1 km
- Premier Royton Convenience0.1 km
- Spar0.1 km
- Gardners Chemist0.9 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- KT's Kitchen & Diner0.1 km
- Heathers Kitchen 20.9 km
- Moza Bites0.9 km
- Westwood East Restaurant1.0 km
- Bank Grill0.9 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- White Hart0.1 km
- Duke of Edinburgh1.0 km
- Arumba1.0 km
- Carters Arms0.5 km
- Gin And Juice Bar Ltd0.8 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Range Home and Leisure1.0 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Hustle Burger Oldham Ltd0.9 km
- Maypole Granary0.8 km
- Spice Shak0.8 km
- The Golden Bowl0.8 km
- Food Time0.9 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derker Metrolink1.6 km
- Oldham Werneth2.2 km
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Old Grey Mare0.1 km
- Old Edge Lane0.2 km
- Old Grey Mare0.2 km
- Old Edge Lane0.2 km
- Carlton Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OL25AR · Data under Open Government Licence