OL5 0BW is a mixed residential area located 0.2km from Roughtown in Mossley. Administratively it sits within Mossley ward and the Stalybridge and Hyde constituency.
For families considering a move, OL5 0BW represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for OL5 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00030664 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL5 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL5 0BW.
290
42
£ 41,800 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL5 0BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OL5 0BW spans multiple life stages — average age 42, 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 OL5 0BW. The average age is 41.8. 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.
school Local Schools
Milton St John's CofE Primary School
Micklehurst All Saints CofE Primary School
Mossley Hollins High School
St Joseph's RC Primary School
St George's CofE Primary School
Livingstone Primary School
Friezland Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Friendship Convenience0.8 km
- Bakers Rolls0.8 km
- Mossley Convenience Store0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Britannia Inn0.9 km
- Mossley Central Conservative Club0.8 km
- New Bridge Inn1.0 km
- Rising Sun Inn0.2 km
- Yorkshire Ward Conservative Club0.4 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Doodle Pots0.8 km
- Lal Quilla0.8 km
- Tumbles Catering Limited0.5 km
- Chutney Massala0.5 km
- Emmaus Cafe0.9 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Late Shop0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Mans Wok0.9 km
- Railway Fish And Chips1.0 km
- Sweet Vintage0.8 km
- Spice Of Life0.7 km
- Tsang Supper Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mossley (Grtr Manchester)1.0 km
- Greenfield2.3 km
- Stalybridge4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Carrhill Road (Sbd)0.0 km
- Dane Street0.1 km
- Carrhill Road0.2 km
- Roughtown Court0.2 km
- Roughtown Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL50BW · Data under Open Government Licence