OL7 0AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hardwick Street, 0.3km from West End in Ashton-under-Lyne. Administratively it sits within St Peter's ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.
For families considering a move, OL7 0AJ represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. During the day, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The community skews young professional (average age 28) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tameside.
The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for OL7 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00168648 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARDWICK STREET, OL7 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARDWICK STREET, OL7 0AJ.
348
28
£ 29,900 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL7 0AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
OL7 0AJ has a highly multicultural community character — 87% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL7 0AJ. The average age is 28.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
school Local Schools
Ashton West End Primary Academy
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Canon Johnson CofE Primary School
Lyndhurst Community Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Waterloo Primary School
St James' Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Greenhalghs Craft Bakery0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Poundstretcher0.9 km
- Bargain Buys1.0 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- 900 Degrees0.4 km
- Bella Italia0.4 km
- Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.4 km
- Five Guys0.4 km
- + 35 more
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- Yummy House1.0 km
- James Convenience Retail1.0 km
- Millies Cookies0.9 km
- Sandwich Pound0.9 km
- Subway0.9 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Prince Of Orange1.0 km
- Curzon Ashton Football Club0.9 km
- Beau Geste0.8 km
- The Alexander0.7 km
- Ashton Under Lyne Masonic Hall0.1 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Aldi Stores0.7 km
- Asda Superstore0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Lynwood Hotel0.2 km
- Village Urban Resorts0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ashton-Under-Lyne1.1 km
- Guide Bridge1.4 km
- Hyde North2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Kenyon Street0.2 km
- Kenyon Street0.2 km
- Chester Square0.2 km
- Margaret Street0.2 km
- Margaret Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OL70AJ · Data under Open Government Licence