Postcode Analysis Tameside, North West

OL6 6AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL6 6AE.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OL6 6AE 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

OL6 6AE is a mixed residential area located 0.2km from Cockbrook in Ashton-under-Lyne. Administratively it sits within Ashton St Michael's ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.

For families considering a move, OL6 6AE represents a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for OL6 6AE are sourced from Output Area E00030103 (shared with 19 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 OL6 6AE. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.1%
Asian / British Asian6.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

school Local Schools

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Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne

Good215 pupils0.7 km
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West Hill School

Good836 pupils0.8 km
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The Heys Primary School

Good221 pupils0.9 km
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St John's CofE Primary School, Dukinfield

Good341 pupils1.0 km
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Lyndhurst Community Primary School

Good233 pupils1.0 km
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Ashton-under-Lyne

Good215 pupils1.1 km
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St James' Church of England Primary School

Good219 pupils1.1 km
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All Saints Catholic College

Good755 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Best Way Station Shop0.6 km
  • Candys Cupcakes Ltd0.5 km
  • G And N Carr (Bakers) Limited1.0 km
  • Food Mini Market Ltd1.0 km
  • Aran Mini Market0.9 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Angel Hotel1.0 km
  • Astley Arms0.8 km
  • Tame Valley Hotel0.4 km
  • Masons Arms0.8 km
  • Dukinfield Masonic Hall0.9 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Herb & Spice Catering Ltd0.9 km
  • Highfield Pavillion Cafe0.7 km
  • Mahal Indian Restaurant0.8 km
  • St Johns Church Centre0.9 km
  • Ultimate Fitness Ltd0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Morrisons Supermarket0.7 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Warsaw Superstore1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Concord Chippy1.0 km
  • Sizzlers Catering0.3 km
  • Indian Ocean Kitchen1.0 km
  • Curry Cottage1.0 km
  • Ls Kitchen1.0 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • NWA Housing/Greystones0.8 km
  • 213 Mossley Road Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stalybridge1.0 km
  • Ashton-Under-Lyne1.3 km
  • Hyde North2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Mellor Road0.3 km
  • Granville Street0.3 km
  • Mellor Road0.3 km
  • Granville Street0.3 km
  • Brierley Street0.4 km