Postcode Analysis Oldham, North West

OL3 5DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL3 5DB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

524

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OL3 5DB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OL3 5DB spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

OL3 5DB is a well-regarded residential area located 0.4km from Braeside in Delph. Administratively it sits within Saddleworth North ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OL3, OL3 5DB offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.



Census 2021 statistics for OL3 5DB are sourced from Output Area E00027430 (shared with 25 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 OL3 5DB. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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school Local Schools

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Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School

Good233 pupils0.7 km
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Delph Primary School

Good202 pupils0.9 km
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Saddleworth School

Good1391 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Millgate Arts Centre0.4 km
  • Old Bell Inn0.5 km
  • Bay Leaf0.7 km
  • The Bank0.7 km
  • The Frostery Living0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Delph Brass Band Club0.7 km
  • Swan Inn0.7 km
  • The Swan Inn0.9 km
  • Bulls Head0.7 km
  • Delph & Dobcross Cricket & Bowling Club0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Well Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Co op0.7 km
  • That Wine Cellar0.7 km
  • Albion Farm Shop & Cafe0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Delph Fish & Chips0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Greenfield2.6 km
  • Shaw & Crompton Metrolink4.8 km
  • Mossley (Grtr Manchester)5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Oakdale Mill0.1 km
  • Oakdale Mill0.1 km
  • Stoneswood0.2 km
  • Gatehead Road0.2 km
  • Gatehead Road0.2 km