Postcode Analysis Tameside, North West

OL5 0BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL5 0BW.

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Population

290

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 41,800 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OL5 0BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OL5 0BW spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

OL5 0BW is a mixed residential area located 0.2km from Roughtown in Mossley. Administratively it sits within Mossley ward and the Stalybridge and Hyde constituency.

For families considering a move, OL5 0BW represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for OL5 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00030664 (shared with 17 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 OL5 0BW. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

school Local Schools

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Milton St John's CofE Primary School

Good253 pupils0.4 km
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Micklehurst All Saints CofE Primary School

Good220 pupils0.9 km
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Mossley Hollins High School

Outstanding879 pupils0.9 km
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St Joseph's RC Primary School

Good184 pupils1.0 km
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St George's CofE Primary School

Good150 pupils1.1 km
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Livingstone Primary School

Good220 pupils1.1 km
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Friezland Primary School

Good106 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Friendship Convenience0.8 km
  • Bakers Rolls0.8 km
  • Mossley Convenience Store0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Britannia Inn0.9 km
  • Mossley Central Conservative Club0.8 km
  • New Bridge Inn1.0 km
  • Rising Sun Inn0.2 km
  • Yorkshire Ward Conservative Club0.4 km
  • + 11 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Doodle Pots0.8 km
  • Lal Quilla0.8 km
  • Tumbles Catering Limited0.5 km
  • Chutney Massala0.5 km
  • Emmaus Cafe0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op Late Shop0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Mans Wok0.9 km
  • Railway Fish And Chips1.0 km
  • Sweet Vintage0.8 km
  • Spice Of Life0.7 km
  • Tsang Supper Bar0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mossley (Grtr Manchester)1.0 km
  • Greenfield2.3 km
  • Stalybridge4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Carrhill Road (Sbd)0.0 km
  • Dane Street0.1 km
  • Carrhill Road0.2 km
  • Roughtown Court0.2 km
  • Roughtown Road0.2 km