OL8 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Burlington Avenue, 0.2km from Coppice in Oldham. Administratively it sits within Medlock Vale ward and the Oldham West and Royton 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 metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 74% 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: Average house prices are around £200k.
Census 2021 statistics for OL8 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00027531 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURLINGTON AVENUE, OL8 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURLINGTON AVENUE, OL8 1AR.
508
33
£ 32,200 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL8 1AR 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
OL8 1AR has a highly multicultural community character — 90% 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 OL8 1AR. The average age is 32.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 130,000
3 sales · Mean £ 153,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
OL8 1AR has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Coppice Primary Academy
Werneth Primary School
Broadfield Primary School
St Thomas CofE Primary School
Lyndhurst Primary and Nursery School
The Hathershaw College
St Patrick's RC Primary and Nursery School
The Springboard Project
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- California Wines Express0.8 km
- Chambers Convenience Store Ltd0.9 km
- Discount Square0.7 km
- Gujar Off Licence0.5 km
- Nigerian Food Store0.6 km
- + 47 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Falconers Arms0.4 km
- Famous King George0.5 km
- Honeywell Arms0.9 km
- West Indian Sports & Social Club0.6 km
- Westend Bowling Club0.5 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Bake 'N' Butty0.8 km
- Nissa Tandoori0.8 km
- Rice and P's0.7 km
- Combo Kitchen0.9 km
- Di Lan's0.4 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- 247Hotel.com1.0 km
- Bounce Nation Ltd0.9 km
- Buzy Bee Cafe0.5 km
- Charcoal Grill0.4 km
- Oldham Greenhill Community Sports & Recreation Club Ltd0.7 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Werneth1.2 km
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink1.7 km
- Hollinwood Metrolink2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Lorne Street0.2 km
- Gainsborough Avenue0.2 km
- Windsor Road0.3 km
- Windsor Road0.3 km
- Coppice Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OL81AR · Data under Open Government Licence