Living in OL16: Liveability Score 63/100
Rochdale, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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OL16 scores 63 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Rochdale (year ending Dec 2025): 24,843 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
2 Outstanding, 43 Good out of 50 rated schools.
Healthcare provision is rated well above average by CQC. 6 GP surgeries and 3 hospital facilities serve the area.
95% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 3/10, above-average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,601/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 406 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
OL16 covers 1,126 active postcodes in Rochdale, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is OL16 a safe area to live?
OL16 scores 18/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Rochdale (year ending Dec 2025): 24,843 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in OL16?
Schools in OL16 score 78/100. 2 Outstanding, 43 Good out of 50 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in OL16?
Broadband in OL16 scores 85/100. 95% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does OL16 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include OL11, OL12, OL15. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for OL16?
OL16 scores 63/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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