OL1 1JD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Oldham in Oldham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Alexandra ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
Day-to-day life in OL1 1JD has the character of a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — major retail centres of national and regional significance. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oldham.
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 1JD are sourced from Output Area E00027522 (shared with 149 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL1 1JD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL1 1JD.
240
39
£ 32,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL1 1JD 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
With 71% social renting, OL1 1JD is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 1JD. 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
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
school Local Schools
The Springboard Project
Holy Cross Ceva Primary School
The Blue Coat CofE School
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
Northmoor Academy
Greenhill Academy
Richmond Academy
Beever Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
78 nearby- Card Factory0.2 km
- Coppice Bazaar0.9 km
- Cupcake Cravings0.4 km
- King Street News0.4 km
- Oldham European Store Ltd0.2 km
- + 73 more
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- The George Tavern0.3 km
- Miljul Chai House0.4 km
- Boltmakers Rest0.3 km
- Candlelight Function Venue0.3 km
- The Tommyfield0.3 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
82 nearby- Ambitions0.4 km
- BBQ'd0.3 km
- Clean Plate Kitchen0.2 km
- My Karak Chai0.1 km
- Oodles Chinese0.4 km
- + 77 more
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Charcoal Grill0.3 km
- Santos0.3 km
- Toronto Fried Chicken0.2 km
- AI Takeaway0.8 km
- Florida Fried Chicken0.4 km
- + 43 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Khyber Bakery0.4 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
- Home Bargains0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fox and Pine0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.7 km
- Derker Metrolink1.1 km
- Oldham Werneth1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Lord Street0.0 km
- Town Square0.0 km
- Town Square0.0 km
- Town Square0.0 km
- Town Square0.0 km
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Postcode Profile: OL11JD · Data under Open Government Licence