Postcode Analysis Oldham, North West

HOLDEN FOLD LANE, OL2 5DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLDEN FOLD LANE, OL2 5DP.

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Population

364

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OL2 5DP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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10/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

OL2 5DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

OL2 5DP is a mixed residential area on Holden Fold Lane, 0.3km from Holden Fold in Royton. Administratively it sits within Royton South ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.

For families considering a move, OL2 5DP represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for OL2 5DP are sourced from Output Area E00027327 (shared with 11 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 OL2 5DP. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.8%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

school Local Schools

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The Oldham Academy North

Good1322 pupils0.4 km
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St Paul's CofE Primary School

Good247 pupils0.4 km
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St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Good302 pupils0.6 km
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Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School

Good363 pupils0.7 km
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Burnley Brow Community School

Good475 pupils1.0 km
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Thorp Primary School

Good213 pupils1.1 km
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Bare Trees Primary School

Outstanding657 pupils1.2 km
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St Hilda's CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement392 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

33 nearby
  • W. Boyes & Co Ltd0.9 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Kershaws0.9 km
  • Paul Phillips0.9 km
  • Poundbakery0.9 km
  • + 28 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Cafe Jardin1.0 km
  • Mazzo Restaurant1.0 km
  • KT's Kitchen & Diner0.7 km
  • Nandos0.5 km
  • ASDA Living Cafe0.5 km
  • + 16 more
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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Arumba0.9 km
  • Carters Arms0.8 km
  • Gin And Juice Bar Ltd0.8 km
  • Rumours0.9 km
  • Scooby's Bar0.9 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Taj Balti House1.0 km
  • Rumble Tummies0.5 km
  • Say Cheese0.3 km
  • Subway0.5 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Range Home and Leisure0.4 km
  • The Co-Operative Food0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derker Metrolink2.2 km
  • Oldham Werneth2.3 km
  • Oldham Mumps Metrolink2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Cambrian Drive0.1 km
  • Cambrian Drive0.1 km
  • Holden Fold Lane0.2 km
  • Holden Fold Lane0.2 km
  • Holden Fold Lane0.2 km