OL1 1DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brunswick Square, 0.3km from Oldham in Oldham. Administratively it sits within Alexandra ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, OL1 1DE is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oldham. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for OL1 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00027522 (shared with 149 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRUNSWICK SQUARE, OL1 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRUNSWICK SQUARE, OL1 1DE.
240
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£ 32,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL1 1DE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
OL1 1DE has a significant social housing presence — 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL1 1DE. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
school Local Schools
The Springboard Project
St Patrick's RC Primary and Nursery School
Greenhill Academy
Northmoor Academy
Richmond Academy
St Thomas CofE Primary School
Holy Cross Ceva Primary School
Broadfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
81 nearby- Afsana Convenience Store0.1 km
- Argos Ltd0.1 km
- Bhatti Foods0.6 km
- Imran Halal Meat Ltd0.7 km
- Mamzys News/Off Licence0.6 km
- + 76 more
Restaurant, Cafe
79 nearby- Aromas0.5 km
- Boat House Cafe0.7 km
- Smash Official0.1 km
- Sumo Sushi Bar0.5 km
- Sweet Obsession0.8 km
- + 74 more
Takeaway Shop
52 nearby- AI Takeaway0.7 km
- Charcoal Shawarma0.9 km
- Florida Fried Chicken0.6 km
- Glodwick Chippy0.7 km
- Oldham Shawarma0.6 km
- + 47 more
Pub, NightClub
26 nearby- Miljul Chai House0.6 km
- Boltmakers Rest0.6 km
- Candlelight Function Venue0.4 km
- The Tommyfield0.5 km
- Oldham Deaf Social Club0.5 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Khyber Bakery0.6 km
- Home Bargains0.4 km
- Home Bargains0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fox and Pine0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.8 km
- Oldham Werneth1.0 km
- Derker Metrolink1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Brunswick Street0.1 km
- Union Street0.1 km
- Union Street0.1 km
- Oldham Central (Manchester Metrolink)0.1 km
- Oldham - Union Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: OL11DE · Data under Open Government Licence