OL4 1DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Latimer Street, 0.4km from Moorhey in Oldham. Administratively it sits within St Mary's ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 68% 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 £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 OL4 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00181727 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LATIMER STREET, OL4 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LATIMER STREET, OL4 1DR.
399
30
£ 32,800 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL4 1DR 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
94% of OL4 1DR'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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL4 1DR. 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 energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 170,000
3 sales · Mean £ 158,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
OL4 1DR 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.
school Local Schools
Horton Mill Community Primary School
Glodwick Infant and Nursery School
Greenhill Academy
Alexandra Park Junior School
Broadfield Primary School
Roundthorn Primary Academy
Oasis Academy Clarksfield
The Springboard Project
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
46 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.2 km
- Lees Road Pharmacy0.7 km
- Al Madina Oldham Limited0.5 km
- Ali General Store0.1 km
- Argos Ltd0.9 km
- + 41 more
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- Boat House Cafe0.5 km
- UCO Cafe1.0 km
- My Karak Chai0.9 km
- 24 Mocktails Limited0.7 km
- Mahdlo Youth Zone1.0 km
- + 34 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- AI Takeaway0.4 km
- Zahi's0.7 km
- Chaska Takeaway0.3 km
- King Kebab Peri Peri0.4 km
- Butties0.7 km
- + 34 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Boltmakers Rest0.9 km
- Ashton Arms0.9 km
- Hare & Hounds0.9 km
- The Interclubbers Bar Oldham0.7 km
- Town Hall Tavern0.9 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Home Bargains0.6 km
- Khyber Bakery0.7 km
- One Stop0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Fox and Pine0.8 km
- Parkside Lodgings0.9 km
- Honeywell Residential Lettings0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.4 km
- Derker Metrolink1.4 km
- Oldham Werneth2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Bismark Street0.2 km
- Bismark Street0.2 km
- Hardy Street0.2 km
- Bolton Street0.2 km
- Roundthorn Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OL41DR · Data under Open Government Licence