OL4 1DZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on South Hill Street, 0.4km from Rhodes Bank 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. Average age 28 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 56% 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 £65k, 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 1DZ are sourced from Output Area E00027479 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH HILL STREET, OL4 1DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH HILL STREET, OL4 1DZ.
594
28
£ 32,800 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL4 1DZ 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
OL4 1DZ has a highly multicultural community character — 95% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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 1DZ. The average age is 27.5. 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
£ 90,750
2 sales · Mean £ 90,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
OL4 1DZ 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
Greenhill Academy
Horton Mill Community Primary School
Glodwick Infant and Nursery School
Alexandra Park Junior School
The Springboard Project
Broadfield Primary School
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
The Blue Coat CofE School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.4 km
- Lees Road Pharmacy0.8 km
- Afsana Convenience Store0.9 km
- Al Madina Oldham Limited0.7 km
- Ali General Store0.3 km
- + 66 more
Restaurant, Cafe
68 nearby- Aromas1.0 km
- Boat House Cafe0.4 km
- Smash Official0.9 km
- Sumo Sushi Bar1.0 km
- UCO Cafe0.8 km
- + 63 more
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- AI Takeaway0.3 km
- Santos0.9 km
- Toronto Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Zahi's0.8 km
- Chaska Takeaway0.4 km
- + 48 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Boltmakers Rest0.7 km
- Ashton Arms0.7 km
- Hare & Hounds0.7 km
- The Interclubbers Bar Oldham0.6 km
- Town Hall Tavern0.7 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Home Bargains0.5 km
- Home Bargains1.0 km
- Khyber Bakery0.5 km
- One Stop0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Fox and Pine0.7 km
- Honeywell Residential Lettings0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.3 km
- Derker Metrolink1.3 km
- Oldham Werneth1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Hardy Street0.1 km
- Hardy Street0.2 km
- Bismark Street0.2 km
- Bismark Street0.2 km
- Churchill Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL41DZ · Data under Open Government Licence