Postcode Analysis Rochdale, North West

OL12 0BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL12 0BS.

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Population

341

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OL12 0BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 36, OL12 0BS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OL12 0BS is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Healey, Lower in Rochdale. Administratively it sits within Healey ward and the Rochdale constituency.

For families considering a move, OL12 0BS represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Rochdale.



Census 2021 statistics for OL12 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00027804 (shared with 8 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 OL12 0BS. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British63.8%
Asian / British Asian28.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed7.6%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

school Local Schools

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Healey Foundation Primary School

Good204 pupils0.4 km
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Greenbank Primary School

Good455 pupils0.6 km
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Shawclough Community Primary School

Good464 pupils0.7 km
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All Saints Church of England Primary School

Good231 pupils0.7 km
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St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School

Outstanding306 pupils0.7 km
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Brownhill School

Good84 pupils0.9 km
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Falinge Park High School

Good1357 pupils1.0 km
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Howard Street Nursery School

Good75 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Richmond Hall0.9 km
  • Riflemans Arms0.6 km
  • The Donkey0.6 km
  • Cronkeyshaw Social Club0.7 km
  • The Albion Inn0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Captain Jacks @ Thunk0.4 km
  • HM Prison Buckley Hall1.0 km
  • Partners of prisoners & Families Support Group1.0 km
  • Kewangcha0.7 km
  • Ruchi0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Bright & Breezy0.4 km
  • La La's Tandoori0.6 km
  • PK Paradise Foods Ltd0.8 km
  • Whitworth Road Cafe0.9 km
  • Theo Peppe0.7 km
  • + 11 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Booze Stop0.7 km
  • Jav's Off-licence0.7 km
  • Madina Food Store0.7 km
  • Gale Street Post Office0.1 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rochdale2.4 km
  • Smithy Bridge3.0 km
  • Milnrow Metrolink4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Newark Road0.1 km
  • Gale Street (to def rte)0.1 km
  • Gale Street (to def rte)0.1 km
  • Bentley Street0.2 km
  • Gale Street0.2 km