Postcode Analysis Oldham, North West

CLYDESDALE STREET, OL8 1BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLYDESDALE STREET, OL8 1BT.

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Population

375

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 32,200 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OL8 1BT 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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8/10
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10/10
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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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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

OL8 1BT 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. Property prices are trending down 34.8% year-on-year.

home £91,400 median price shield Safety 10/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OL8 1BT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Clydesdale Street, 0.3km from Coppice in Oldham. Administratively it sits within Medlock Vale ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 32 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 72% 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 £91k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 34.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OL8 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00181778 (shared with 11 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 1BT. The average age is 32.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British9.1%
Asian / British Asian76.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed12.3%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 75,000

5 sales · Mean £ 78,200

Semi-Detached

£ 130,500

2 sales · Mean £ 130,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

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

Drugs1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Coppice Primary Academy

Good548 pupils0.3 km
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Werneth Primary School

Requires Improvement429 pupils0.5 km
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Broadfield Primary School

Good398 pupils0.6 km
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Lyndhurst Primary and Nursery School

Good464 pupils0.8 km
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The Hathershaw College

Good1064 pupils0.8 km
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St Thomas CofE Primary School

Good516 pupils0.8 km
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Holy Rosary RC Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good224 pupils1.1 km
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St Patrick's RC Primary and Nursery School

Good206 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

48 nearby
  • Bhatti Foods0.9 km
  • Imran Halal Meat Ltd0.6 km
  • Mamzys News/Off Licence1.0 km
  • Patels Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Coppice Bazaar0.8 km
  • + 43 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Aromas0.7 km
  • Sumo Sushi Bar0.7 km
  • Buzy Bee Cafe0.3 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.3 km
  • Oldham Greenhill Community Sports & Recreation Club Ltd0.6 km
  • + 14 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Falconers Arms0.4 km
  • Famous King George0.5 km
  • Honeywell Arms0.7 km
  • West Indian Sports & Social Club0.7 km
  • Westend Bowling Club0.7 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • Bake 'N' Butty0.8 km
  • Nissa Tandoori0.9 km
  • Rice and P's0.5 km
  • Di Lan's0.3 km
  • Freeze and Fire0.3 km
  • + 14 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Honeywell Residential Lettings0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oldham Werneth1.4 km
  • Oldham Mumps Metrolink1.6 km
  • Hollinwood Metrolink2.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Lorne Street0.0 km
  • Gainsborough Avenue0.1 km
  • Windsor Road0.1 km
  • Wilson Street0.2 km
  • Villa Road0.3 km