OL8 1BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Werneth in Oldham. Administratively it sits within Werneth ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, OL8 1BX is 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 industrial units zone — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 31 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oldham. Full-time employment stands at 13% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00027647 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL8 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL8 1BX.
403
31
£ 0 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL8 1BX 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 1BX has a significant social housing presence — 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL8 1BX. The average age is 30.8. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
OL8 1BX 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
St Patrick's RC Primary and Nursery School
St Thomas CofE Primary School
Richmond Academy
Westwood Academy
Werneth Primary School
Freehold Community Academy
Northmoor Academy
The Springboard Project
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
78 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.9 km
- Afsana Convenience Store0.7 km
- Argos Ltd1.0 km
- Bhatti Foods0.3 km
- hafiz mini market0.7 km
- + 73 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Dog Inn0.8 km
- Candlelight Function Venue0.9 km
- The Tommyfield1.0 km
- Banktop Tavern0.7 km
- Cob and Coal Tap0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
61 nearby- Aromas0.7 km
- Smash Official0.7 km
- Sumo Sushi Bar0.7 km
- Sweet Obsession0.1 km
- UCO Cafe0.8 km
- + 56 more
Takeaway Shop
41 nearby- Rice Bar0.2 km
- Pan Ajia0.7 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Ujan Vati Snack Bar0.9 km
- Creative Bakes0.4 km
- + 36 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Werneth0.2 km
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink1.6 km
- Derker Metrolink2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Tattersall Street (to define route)0.1 km
- Alfred Street0.1 km
- Railway Road (Werneth)(to define route)0.1 km
- Lee Street0.2 km
- Coppice Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL81BX · Data under Open Government Licence