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Royton East & Cowlishaw

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About

Royton East & Cowlishaw is a residential area in Oldham, Greater Manchester. It features a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. The area is close to local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, providing convenience for residents. Public transport links connect it to Oldham town centre and nearby towns.

The area includes green spaces like Cowlishaw Park, offering recreational opportunities. Royton East has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities supporting residents. The nearby Royton town centre provides additional shopping and dining options. The area balances suburban living with easy access to urban amenities.

Area overview

On average Royton East & Cowlishaw has moderate deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 4.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Royton East & Cowlishaw is £41,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Royton East & Cowlishaw: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
4.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Royton East & Cowlishaw Population
6,030
Population density
3,693.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,409
89.66%
Bangladeshi
136
2.25%
Pakistani
92
1.52%
Other White
72
1.19%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
66
1.09%
Total population: 6,033

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,009
39.93%
Owns outright
982
38.86%
Private landlord or letting agency
342
13.53%
Social rents from council
76
3.01%
Other social rented
53
2.1%
Total households: 2,527

Property prices in Royton East & Cowlishaw

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £247,750 in Royton East & Cowlishaw area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £606,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Royton East & Cowlishaw 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 Royton East & Cowlishaw over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£425,500
Flats5£130,000
Semi-Detached29£235,000
Terraced34£172,500

10 years median price trend in Royton East & Cowlishaw

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Royton East & Cowlishaw.

All postcodes in Royton East & Cowlishaw

OL26PR

Martindale Close

OL26RL

Bleasdale Street

OL28SA

Bertha Street

OL28SB

Bickerstaffe Close

OL28TA

Richmond Close

OL26EA

Royton East & Cowlishaw

OL26JY

Cornish Way

OL26PS

Rochdale Road

OL28SF

Seville Street

OL26QU

Milton Street

OL26LG

Hughley Close

OL26RU

Crocus Drive

OL26PZ

Bleasdale Street

OL28SW

Albert Avenue

OL26DY

Blackshaw Lane

OL26LT

Broadbent Close

OL26RH

Chaucer Street

OL26RZ

Woodeaton Close

OL26UG

Lower Fold Avenue

OL27BG

Egerton Place

OL27BQ

Worsley Place

OL26JT

Devonport Crescent

OL26NU

Colsterdale Close

OL26PT

Schofield Street

OL26PX

Stonesdale Close

OL26SQ

Higham Close

OL26DH

Chaucer Street

OL26GP

Royton East & Cowlishaw

OL26RW

Edge Lane Street

OL28SR

Sarah Street

OL26NY

Balmoral Avenue

OL26QE

Croasdale Close

OL26RA

Cardigan Street

OL26ZG

Royton East & Cowlishaw

OL26PE

Kirtlington Close

OL26PN

Littondale Close

OL28SQ

Frederick Avenue

Data Sources

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