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Oldham Town South

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About

Oldham Town South is a residential and commercial area located in the heart of Oldham. The district features a mix of Victorian and modern housing, with terraced homes and apartment buildings. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and small businesses along the main roads, providing convenience for residents. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to Oldham town centre and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Green spaces like Alexandra Park offer recreational opportunities, with walking paths and sports facilities. The area also has several schools and community centres, serving families and local groups. While primarily residential, Oldham Town South has a practical layout, balancing housing with essential services. Its proximity to the town centre makes it a convenient location for commuting and shopping.

Area overview

On average Oldham Town South has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Oldham Town South is £32,200 per year. There are 5 schools in Oldham Town South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
44%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Oldham Town South Population
8,679
Population density
6,589 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Pakistani
3,969
45.74%
Bangladeshi
1,437
16.56%
British
1,425
16.42%
Other
358
4.13%
Other White
347
4%
Total population: 8,677

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
573
23.27%
Owns outright
530
21.53%
Other social rented
487
19.78%
Owns with a mortgage
477
19.37%
Social rents from council
267
10.84%
Total households: 2,462

Property prices in Oldham Town South

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £130,000 in Oldham Town South area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £318,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Oldham Town South 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 South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£220,000
Flats1£87,000
Semi-Detached3£145,000
Terraced24£130,000

10 years median price trend in Oldham Town South

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

All postcodes in Oldham Town South

OL11PF

Harrison Street

OL81BP

Lune Street

OL81EJ

Jackson Close

OL81EN

Hoyle Avenue

OL81EZ

Ashton Road

OL81HQ

Hoyle Avenue

OL81LE

Snowden Street

OL81LW

Columbia Street

OL84HF

Oldham Town South

OL11AD

Greaves Street

OL11JG

Oldham Town South

OL81AU

Langham Road

OL81HP

Oldham Town South

OL81TA

Bisley Street

OL81XH

Villa Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.