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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. There are 4 schools in Alexandra: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 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
Social housing
39.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Alexandra

Based on 54 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Alexandra area, with individual transactions ranging from £64,000 up to £295,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Alexandra in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Alexandra over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£215,000
Flats1£64,000
Semi-Detached18£185,500
Terraced32£138,000

10 years median price trend in Alexandra

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Alexandra.

All postcodes in Alexandra

OL81NJ

Eldon Street Estate

OL81XP

Meldrum Street

OL81PG

Crete Street

OL81UL

Eldon Street Estate

OL82JR

Honeywell Lane

OL45PJ

Covert Road

OL82BZ

Eastbourne Street

OL82BW

Alexandra

OL82LB

Fitton Hill Road

OL82NX

Dowry Street

OL82LA

Belgrave Avenue

OL82JP

Honeywell Lane

OL81NG

St Clements Court

OL82AL

Edith Street

OL81UW

Eldon Street

OL82EL

Alt Lane

OL45LY

Waltham Street

OL81LP

Broadway Street

OL41RQ

Manor Road

OL81LH

Goddard Street

OL81NB

Wallace Street

OL82XL

Hurstwood Close

OL81XJ

Boston Street

OL45NQ

Byland Avenue

OL41RH

Alexandra

OL45PY

Lychgate Court

OL45NF

Coverham Avenue

OL82AU

Alexandra Street

OL82ES

Alexandra

OL82DG

Abbeyhills Road

OL82XE

Launceston Close

OL82AD

Groby Street

OL82JY

Keswick Avenue

OL82BH

Alexandra Road

OL82DJ

Abbeyhills Road

OL45NG

Roundthorn Road

OL81NS

St Albans Close

OL45PR

Crow Hill View

OL45NH

Linley Drive

OL45PN

Lees New Road

OL81LW

Montreal Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.