OL7 0BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on William Street, 0.1km from West End in Ashton-under-Lyne. Administratively it sits within St Peter's ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, OL7 0BH is many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 50% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tameside. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Property: With prices averaging £78k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 0BH are sourced from Output Area E00030147 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILLIAM STREET, OL7 0BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLIAM STREET, OL7 0BH.
383
35
£ 29,900 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL7 0BH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
50% of OL7 0BH's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL7 0BH. The average age is 34.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 78,088
1 sales · Mean £ 78,088
school Local Schools
Ashton West End Primary Academy
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Lyndhurst Community Primary School
Ravensfield Primary School
Canon Johnson CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Ali And Sons0.6 km
- Food World0.6 km
- Little Gem0.2 km
- Londis Krishna Stores0.8 km
- Ryans Off Licence And Convenience Store0.4 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Union Club1.0 km
- The Star Inn0.9 km
- Theatre Tavern0.9 km
- Ash Tree Farm0.5 km
- The Witchwood0.7 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Giraffe Cafe0.9 km
- Unique Fitness And Spa0.9 km
- Amann Threads UK Limited0.9 km
- Biggies Cafe0.7 km
- Buono Taste0.5 km
- + 32 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Gourmet Grill0.8 km
- Lucky 4 U1.0 km
- Ocean Palace0.8 km
- Romano Pizzeria0.1 km
- Roosters Ranch0.1 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Village Urban Resorts0.5 km
- Lynwood Hotel0.3 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Aldi Stores1.0 km
- Asda Superstore0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Guide Bridge1.0 km
- Ashton-Under-Lyne1.3 km
- Hyde North2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Chester Square0.1 km
- Grosvenor Street0.1 km
- William Street0.1 km
- William Street0.1 km
- Chester Square0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL70BH · Data under Open Government Licence