Postcode Analysis Oldham, North West

WOOLMORE AVENUE, OL1 2UD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOLMORE AVENUE, OL1 2UD.

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Population

462

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 27,900 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: OL1 2UD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

61% of OL1 2UD's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 16.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OL1 2UD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woolmore Avenue, 0.3km from Sarah Moor in Oldham. Administratively it sits within Coldhurst ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.

For families considering a move, OL1 2UD represents the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 32 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oldham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £164k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 16.7% year-on-year. 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 2UD are sourced from Output Area E00181762 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL1 2UD. The average age is 31.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British29.5%
Asian / British Asian61.4%
Black / African / Caribbean3.9%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 150,000

7 sales · Mean £ 147,000

Terraced

£ 180,000

2 sales · Mean £ 180,000

Detached

£ 210,000

1 sales · Mean £ 210,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

OL1 2UD has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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St Hilda's CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement392 pupils0.6 km
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Holy Cross Ceva Primary School

Good447 pupils0.7 km
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The Blue Coat CofE School

Outstanding1683 pupils0.9 km
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The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy

0.9 km
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Northmoor Academy

Good454 pupils0.9 km
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Beever Primary School

Good231 pupils1.0 km
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St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Good302 pupils1.0 km
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The Oldham Academy North

Good1322 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Bargain Shop1.0 km
  • Civic Bar Services0.9 km
  • Fresh Halal1.0 km
  • Go Local Extra0.4 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Wonderlust Bakery Ltd0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Hadi Boos0.8 km
  • Heathers Kitchen 30.3 km
  • Rumbles Cafe1.0 km
  • + 14 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Candlelight Function Venue1.0 km
  • The Tommyfield0.9 km
  • White Hart0.7 km
  • Higginshaw Sports and Social Club1.0 km
  • St Annes Rugby League Club0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd1.0 km
  • B&M0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Cinnamon Tree1.0 km
  • Lalahs0.4 km
  • Masala Bay0.6 km
  • Subway0.6 km
  • Sun Hing Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derker Metrolink1.0 km
  • Oldham Mumps Metrolink1.5 km
  • Oldham Werneth1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Sarah Moor0.3 km
  • Sarah Moor0.3 km
  • Crompton Street0.3 km
  • Crompton Street0.3 km
  • Featherstall Road North0.3 km