OL2 5DH is a mixed residential area located 0.4km from Dryclough in Royton. Administratively it sits within Royton South ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.
For families considering a move, OL2 5DH represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for OL2 5DH are sourced from Output Area E00027326 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL2 5DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL2 5DH.
441
44
£ 36,000 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL2 5DH 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
OL2 5DH is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL2 5DH. The average age is 44.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
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
Royton Hall Primary School
Thorp Primary School
Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School
E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Burtons Newsagents0.7 km
- Lush Bake Ltd0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- NL Woodcocks0.6 km
- Royton Korner Shop1.0 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Khau Galli0.5 km
- White Hart0.3 km
- Duke of Edinburgh0.6 km
- The Angel Inn1.0 km
- Arumba0.6 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Ree Ming0.6 km
- Maypole Granary0.5 km
- Spice Shak0.5 km
- The Golden Bowl0.5 km
- Indian Cottage0.8 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Range Home and Leisure1.0 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Bank Grill0.6 km
- Cafe K0.6 km
- Mazzo Restaurant0.8 km
- Mazzo Restaurant0.8 km
- Tandle View Court Restaurant0.9 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derker Metrolink1.8 km
- Oldham Werneth2.5 km
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Shaw Road0.1 km
- Old Edge Lane0.2 km
- Old Edge Lane0.2 km
- Oldham Road0.2 km
- Oldham Academy North0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL25DH · Data under Open Government Licence