OL1 3NB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Derker Street, 0.2km from Acre in Oldham. Administratively it sits within St James' ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
This is a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 3NB are sourced from Output Area E00181720 (shared with 49 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DERKER STREET, OL1 3NB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DERKER STREET, OL1 3NB.
488
29
£ 32,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL1 3NB 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.
Area Character
OL1 3NB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 48% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL1 3NB. The average age is 29.5. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
OL1 3NB has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Beever Primary School
Mayfield Primary School
Greenacres Primary Academy
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
The Blue Coat CofE School
St Anne's RC Primary School
Littlemoor Primary School
Willowpark Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.8 km
- Al's Express0.8 km
- Bismillah Mini Market1.0 km
- Price Cutters0.9 km
- Singhs Supersave0.3 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
25 nearby- Miljul Chai House0.9 km
- Lowerhouse Inn0.3 km
- Whittles @ Tokyo0.9 km
- Higginshaw Sports and Social Club0.4 km
- St Annes Rugby League Club0.8 km
- + 20 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- DamasGO0.5 km
- Frangos0.7 km
- Scholes Gym0.6 km
- Arundel Bakery0.5 km
- KFC0.4 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Khyber Bakery0.9 km
- Asda Supermarket0.9 km
- Tesco Extra0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Florida Fried Chicken0.9 km
- Jackie Chan0.5 km
- Oldham Shawarma0.9 km
- One Love0.4 km
- The Butty Box1.0 km
- + 34 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derker Metrolink0.3 km
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.8 km
- Oldham Werneth2.3 km
Bus Stops
- London Road (Nbd)0.1 km
- Derker Street0.1 km
- Derker Street0.1 km
- Acton Street0.2 km
- Bower Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL13NB · Data under Open Government Licence