OL10 3JB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lincoln Walk, 0.5km from Top of Heap in Heywood. Administratively it sits within West Heywood ward and the Heywood and Middleton constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.5% 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 OL10 3JB are sourced from Output Area E00027915 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LINCOLN WALK, OL10 3JB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINCOLN WALK, OL10 3JB.
308
41
£ 36,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL10 3JB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 41, OL10 3JB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £130k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 21.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL10 3JB. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 103,000
22 sales · Mean £ 115,340
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
OL10 3JB has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
Woodland Community Primary School
Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale
Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Harwood Park Primary School
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Dressers Arms0.9 km
- Hark to Towler0.4 km
- Bar X0.8 km
- Summit Hotel0.4 km
- The Grapes Inn0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Lali's Pizza0.9 km
- Megga Bite1.0 km
- Big Bite0.9 km
- Bits N Pizza Waffle & Shakes0.9 km
- Frozen Moments & Bayrock Moments1.0 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- KL Butchers0.9 km
- Parade News0.5 km
- Lloyds Chemist0.5 km
- Aisha News and Groceries0.5 km
- Browns Bakery0.5 km
- + 20 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Grandma Kate's Tearoom0.9 km
- Desserts Dilemma0.8 km
- Sweet Escape0.8 km
- Tilly's Tea Room @ Mike Goldrick Window Blinds0.9 km
- The Whistle Stop0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castleton3.9 km
- Bury Metrolink4.0 km
- Rochdale5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bury New Road0.1 km
- Bury New Road0.1 km
- Todd Street0.2 km
- Heys Lane0.2 km
- Todd Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL103JB · Data under Open Government Licence