OL7 0AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Katherine 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 0AL 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. By day, the area transitions to a multiethnic urban high streets character: urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. With residents averaging 28 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 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.
Property: With prices averaging £70k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 54.8% year-on-year. 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 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00168648 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KATHERINE STREET, OL7 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KATHERINE STREET, OL7 0AL.
348
28
£ 29,900 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL7 0AL 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
Cultural diversity defines OL7 0AL — 87% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 54.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL7 0AL. 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
Age Profile: A notably young demographic. The local population leans heavily toward young adults in their early-to-mid twenties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 70,000
3 sales · Mean £ 71,000
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
St James' Church of England Primary School
Ravensfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Greenhalghs Craft Bakery0.9 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- Wilko1.0 km
- Poundstretcher0.9 km
- Bargain Buys0.9 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
50 nearby- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Taylor Shaw Catering at Tameside One1.0 km
- Wrights Alfresco Cafe1.0 km
- Eclectic Avenue1.0 km
- 900 Degrees0.4 km
- + 45 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Giuseppes1.0 km
- King BBQ1.0 km
- Yummy House1.0 km
- Cordwells Hot And Cold Deli1.0 km
- Fusion Wok1.0 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Olivers Bar1.0 km
- Prince Of Orange0.9 km
- Curzon Ashton Football Club0.9 km
- Ashton-under-Lyne Cricket Bowling + Tennis Club1.0 km
- Beau Geste0.8 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Aldi Stores0.7 km
- Asda Superstore0.8 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
- Margaret Street0.2 km
- Kenyon Street0.2 km
- Margaret Street0.2 km
- Kenyon Street0.2 km
- Chester Square0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL70AL · Data under Open Government Licence