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Alexandra

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About

Alexandra ward sits in the northern part of Oldham, primarily encompassing the residential areas of Fitton Hill and parts of Hathershaw. The landscape is characterised by a mix of post-war and more modern housing, with several local parks and green corridors providing open space. The ward is bordered by major routes like the A62 and A627(M), which define its edges and provide connections to Oldham town centre and beyond.

A notable local landmark is the Fitton Hill Community Centre, which serves as a focal point for activities. The area also includes the grounds of the former St. Augustine’s Church, a site of local historical significance. Alexandra ward is traversed by the Medlock Valley, with paths following the river offering green routes through the urban environment.

Area overview

On average Alexandra has very high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 39.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Alexandra is £37,864 per year. The median sale price in Alexandra is £171,000 (around £219 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £149,000 and £190,000. There are 4 schools in Alexandra: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Alexandra

Median price: £171,000

Price per sq ft: £219

Sales (last 12 months): 60

Typical range (middle 50%): £149K – £190K

Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £171,000 (about £219 per square foot) in Alexandra area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £341,500.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Alexandra over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	6	£207,500	£280	£181,750	£192,500	£257,000	£323,875
Semi-Detached	15	£190,000	£230	£144,200	£160,000	£206,250	£237,300
Terraced	39	£160,000	£206	£101,981	£141,000	£176,250	£190,000

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Alexandra

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Alexandra.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£139,000	£44,950	£92,000	£68,000
2017	£136,500	£32,000	£100,000	£71,250
2018	£196,250	£44,950	£104,750	£78,000
2019	£159,975	£43,750	£110,000	£76,125
2020	£209,950	£62,000	£122,500	£77,500
2021	£238,250	£69,500	£145,500	£90,000
2022	£257,500	£74,000	£167,000	£113,500
2023	£220,000	£82,581	£140,000	£111,000
2024	£209,000	£60,000	£153,250	£130,000
2025	£202,500	£64,000	£188,000	£140,000
2026	£235,500	—	£172,500	£164,000

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Alexandra.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£138	£113	£120	£82
2017	£118	£80	£122	£87
2018	£167	£91	£142	£89
2019	£206	£88	£144	£92
2020	£182	£86	£125	£91
2021	£239	£104	£168	£116
2022	£281	£132	£209	£131
2023	£262	£179	£200	£150
2024	£274	£119	£225	£163
2025	£281	£99	£230	£178
2026	£267	—	£251	£209

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Oldham district.

Band A£1,735

Band B£2,024

Band C£2,313

Band D£2,602

Band E£3,181

Band F£3,759

Band G£4,337

Band H£5,204

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Alexandra ward.

Local councillors

Shabir Hussain

Alexandra - Elected 7 May 2026

The Oldham Group Party