OL2 8JF is a mixed residential area on Grains Road, 0.2km from Nook in Shaw (Oldham). Administratively it sits within Shaw ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
For families considering a move, OL2 8JF represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £158k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for OL2 8JF are sourced from Output Area E00027551 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAINS ROAD, OL2 8JF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAINS ROAD, OL2 8JF.
311
40
£ 41,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL2 8JF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OL2 8JF spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL2 8JF. The average age is 40.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 177,500
5 sales · Mean £ 169,300
Terraced
£ 116,500
10 sales · Mean £ 117,695
school Local Schools
East Crompton St George's CofE School
Buckstones Primary School
East Crompton St James CofE Primary School
Beal Vale Primary School
Rushcroft Primary School
Crompton Primary School
St Joseph's RC Junior Infant and Nursery School
St Thomas Moorside CofE (VA) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Cissie Barlow's Traditional Sweet Shop0.7 km
- Eats & Meats0.8 km
- Farmers Choice (Quality Butchers) Ltd0.3 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Elite Fitness0.1 km
- Crompton Central Working Mens Club0.7 km
- Coach & Horses0.7 km
- Commercial Inn0.8 km
- Crompton Cricket Club1.0 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Delaney's0.7 km
- Elior UK0.5 km
- Bengal Curry Pot Shaw0.6 km
- Dolphin Fish Bar0.7 km
- Jo Jay Rees0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd.0.8 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- 3 Chefs0.9 km
- Big Lamp Chippy0.7 km
- Chicken Express Pizza & Milkshake Bar0.6 km
- Shaw Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Armstrongs Fish & Chips0.7 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shaw & Crompton Metrolink0.4 km
- Newhey Metrolink2.6 km
- Derker Metrolink3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Leisure Centre0.0 km
- Leisure Centre0.0 km
- Kendal Drive0.1 km
- Grains Road0.1 km
- Kendal Drive0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: OL28JF · Data under Open Government Licence