Shaw, Greater Manchester facts for kids
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| Area | 4.025 km2 (1.554 sq mi) |
| Population | 18,245 (2021 census) |
| • Density | 4,533/km2 (11,740/sq mi) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | OLDHAM |
| Postcode district | OL2 |
| Dialling code | 0161 |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
Shaw is a ward and part of the built-up area in the civil parish of Shaw and Crompton, in the Oldham district, in the county of Greater Manchester, England. It is about 9 miles from Manchester city centre. In 2021 the built-up area of Shaw and Crompton had a population of 18,245. In 2021 the ward had a population of 10,045. Until 1974 it was in Lancashire.
History
The name "Shaw" comes from the Old English sceaga meaning "copse" or "small wood" and was recorded as Shaghe in 1555.
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