Oldham is a town in Greater Manchester, located northeast of Manchester city centre. It is part of the wider Oldham borough, which includes several smaller towns and villages. The area has a mix of urban and semi-rural landscapes, with moorland on its eastern edges. Oldham was historically a major centre for textile manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution.
The town features Victorian architecture, including the Old Town Hall and Parish Church. Key landmarks include Gallery Oldham, a combined museum and art space, and the Oldham Coliseum Theatre. The district has transport links via Metrolink trams and major roads like the M60 motorway. Oldham’s economy has shifted from industry to retail and services, with the Spindles shopping centre as a focal point.
On average Oldham has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Oldham is £37,803 per year. There are 121 schools in Oldham: 85 primary (10 Outstanding and 64 Good) and 14 secondary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good).
Based on 1,953 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Oldham area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £1,500,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £349,725; semi-detached at £220,750; terraced at £160,000; flats at £138,250.
10 years price trend in Oldham
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.