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Oldham Town North

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About

Oldham Town North is a residential area located in the northern part of Oldham town centre. It features a mix of Victorian and early 20th-century terraced housing, with some newer developments. The area is close to local amenities, including shops, schools, and public transport links, making it convenient for daily needs. Green spaces like Alexandra Park provide recreational opportunities for residents.

The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and activities often taking place. Oldham Town North is well-connected to the wider borough, with easy access to the town centre and nearby areas like Royton and Chadderton. The housing is predominantly affordable, attracting families and first-time buyers. While it retains an urban feel, the proximity to parks and quieter streets offers a balance between convenience and quieter living.

Area overview

On average Oldham Town North has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 62.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Oldham Town North is £27,900 per year. There are 7 schools in Oldham Town North: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
62.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Oldham Town North Population
9,135
Population density
5,126.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,621
39.62%
Bangladeshi
2,241
24.52%
African
877
9.6%
Other Black
536
5.86%
Pakistani
377
4.13%
Total population: 9,139

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
1,128
32.83%
Social rents from council
945
27.5%
Private landlord or letting agency
524
15.25%
Owns with a mortgage
375
10.91%
Owns outright
313
9.11%
Total households: 3,436

Property prices in Oldham Town North

Based on 24 recent sales, the median property price is £133,750 in Oldham Town North area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £225,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Oldham Town North 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 Oldham Town North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats1£117,500
Semi-Detached5£148,000
Terraced18£132,250

10 years median price trend in Oldham Town North

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Oldham Town North.

All postcodes in Oldham Town North

OL12LE

Oregon Avenue

OL13AT

Church Terrace

OL13FZ

Scholes Street

OL13JA

Oldham Town North

OL13UP

Wallshaw Street

OL19SG

West Street

OL13XG

Regent Street

OL11TA

Bow Street

OL13HY

Brook Street

OL13JJ

Wimpole Street

OL13JL

Higginshaw Road

OL13RJ

Bar Gap Road

OL14WH

Windsor Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.