OL7 0AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Ashton Moss in Ashton-under-Lyne. Administratively it sits within St Peter's ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.
For families considering a move, OL7 0AB represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
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 OL7 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00030137 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL7 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL7 0AB.
365
34
£ 29,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL7 0AB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
OL7 0AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 57% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL7 0AB. The average age is 34.4. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
school Local Schools
Aldwyn Primary School
Hawthorns School
Ashton West End Primary Academy
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Moorside Primary School
Audenshaw Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School
St Mary's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.2 km
- Village Urban Resorts0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Snipe0.4 km
- The Boundary1.0 km
- The Sheldon Arms0.1 km
- Aldwinians Rugby Union Football Club (RUFC)0.9 km
- Strawberry Gardens Inn0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bentleys Cafe0.4 km
- Greater Manchester Police (PCC) Nexus House0.3 km
- Indian Plaza0.9 km
- Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.4 km
- McDonalds0.6 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Fai Wong0.8 km
- Imperial Garden0.6 km
- Golden Bridge1.0 km
- BP Subway1.0 km
- Sugar Cube Desserts0.6 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Rathman Traders Ltd At BP Maynestone Service Station1.0 km
- VRK Mini Market0.8 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Go Local Extra0.9 km
- Jack Lane Convenience Store0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- B And M Bargains0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Guide Bridge1.2 km
- Fairfield1.8 km
- Ashton-Under-Lyne2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ashton Park0.2 km
- Ashton Moss (Manchester Metrolink)0.2 km
- Ashton Moss (Manchester Metrolink)0.3 km
- Ashton Moss (Manchester Metrolink)0.3 km
- Ashton Moss (Manchester Metrolink)0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OL70AB · Data under Open Government Licence