Hollinwood is an old industrial district, located between South Chadderton and Failsworth at Junction 22 of the M60. FirstGroup provides frequent bus services to Oldham, Manchester City Centre, Huddersfield and Shaw while the newly extended Metrolink gives access to the rest of Greater Manchester.

Most homes in the area are within walking distance of a variety of shops and supermarkets, including Asda and Morrisons.

Within the area are Copster Park and Limeside Park offering a Bowling Green, 5-a-side football area and Playground facilities, including specialist equipment for disabled children. Daisy Nook Country Park is located nearby at the boundary with Tameside where there are waterways, a lake, a canal, woodlands, wildflower meadows and footpaths and bridleways for horse riding.

Hollinwood neighbours the Failsworth, South Chadderton and Coppice areas.