OL7 0DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hawthorne Grove, 0.2km from Ryecroft in Ashton-under-Lyne. Administratively it sits within St Peter's ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, OL7 0DF is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 33% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tameside. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Property: With prices averaging £131k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 15.5% 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 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00030133 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORNE GROVE, OL7 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORNE GROVE, OL7 0DF.
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40
£ 29,900 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL7 0DF 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 0DF — 49% 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 down 15.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL7 0DF. The average age is 39.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 131,000
3 sales · Mean £ 124,833
school Local Schools
Ashton West End Primary Academy
St Peter's CofE Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Aldwyn Primary School
Hawthorns School
Lyndhurst Community Primary School
Ravensfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Ali And Sons0.9 km
- Food World0.9 km
- Little Gem0.4 km
- Londis Krishna Stores0.6 km
- Ryans Off Licence And Convenience Store0.4 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Sheldon Arms0.8 km
- Ash Tree Farm0.5 km
- The Witchwood1.0 km
- Corporation Arms0.6 km
- The Boundary0.8 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Amann Threads UK Limited0.8 km
- Biggies Cafe0.6 km
- Buono Taste0.8 km
- Chiquitos0.8 km
- Hollywood Bowl0.8 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Gourmet Grill0.6 km
- Ocean Palace0.6 km
- Romano Pizzeria0.4 km
- Roosters Ranch0.4 km
- Waffle Works0.4 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Village Urban Resorts0.5 km
- Lynwood Hotel0.6 km
- Travelodge0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- B And M Bargains0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Guide Bridge0.9 km
- Ashton-Under-Lyne1.6 km
- Fairfield2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Hawthorne Grove0.0 km
- Hawthorne Grove0.1 km
- William Street0.2 km
- Manchester Road (to define route)0.2 km
- Manchester Road (to define route)0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL70DF · Data under Open Government Licence