Postcode Analysis Oldham, North West

KINGSWAY CLOSE, OL8 1BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGSWAY CLOSE, OL8 1BE.

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Population

600

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OL8 1BE 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.

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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

OL8 1BE has a highly multicultural community character — 76% 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.

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

OL8 1BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Kingsway Close, 0.2km from Primrose Bank in Oldham. Administratively it sits within Werneth 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 teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 31 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 64% 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 £119k, 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 OL8 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00027630 (shared with 9 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 OL8 1BE. The average age is 31.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British11.0%
Asian / British Asian76.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed10.0%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 76,500

7 sales · Mean £ 82,214

Semi-Detached

£ 117,500

4 sales · Mean £ 118,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

OL8 1BE has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Werneth Primary School

Requires Improvement429 pupils0.3 km
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St Thomas CofE Primary School

Good516 pupils0.3 km
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Coppice Primary Academy

Good548 pupils0.3 km
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St Patrick's RC Primary and Nursery School

Good206 pupils0.6 km
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Broadfield Primary School

Good398 pupils0.6 km
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The Springboard Project

54 pupils0.7 km
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Richmond Academy

Good418 pupils0.9 km
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Greenhill Academy

Good501 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

61 nearby
  • Claire's Accessories0.9 km
  • Ashir Corner Shop0.9 km
  • Community Fridge0.1 km
  • M A Brothers0.3 km
  • A Brothers0.8 km
  • + 56 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Oldham Deaf Social Club0.8 km
  • Buck & Union0.8 km
  • The George Tavern0.8 km
  • Falconers Arms0.9 km
  • Famous King George1.0 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

51 nearby
  • Sanah's Restaurant0.3 km
  • Werneth Park Cafe Bar0.7 km
  • Bounce Nation Ltd0.5 km
  • Chaiiwala Oldham0.7 km
  • Desi Sweets & Treats Ltd0.8 km
  • + 46 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Shak's Deli0.3 km
  • Al Marrakesh0.9 km
  • Hungry Adam0.7 km
  • Kawal Balti House0.8 km
  • Lebanese Shawarma0.7 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Home Bargains0.8 km
  • Home Bargains1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fox and Pine1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oldham Werneth0.9 km
  • Oldham Mumps Metrolink1.4 km
  • Derker Metrolink2.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Kennedy Street0.1 km
  • Kennedy Street0.1 km
  • Ashton Road0.2 km
  • Coppice Street0.2 km
  • Lee Street0.3 km