OL9 0BT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Burnley Brow in Chadderton. Administratively it sits within Coldhurst ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, OL9 0BT is 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. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 32% 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.
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 OL9 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00027105 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL9 0BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL9 0BT.
360
29
£ 30,900 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL9 0BT 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines OL9 0BT — 70% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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 OL9 0BT. The average age is 28.7. 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 notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
school Local Schools
Burnley Brow Community School
St Hilda's CofE Primary School
Bare Trees Primary School
Westwood Academy
Northmoor Academy
Richmond Academy
The Oldham Academy North
St Herbert's RC School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
42 nearby- Burtons Newsagents0.8 km
- Lush Bake Ltd0.9 km
- Newsplus0.2 km
- Parkgate Convenience Store1.0 km
- Currys & PC World Megastore1.0 km
- + 37 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Khau Galli0.9 km
- Chadderton Reform Club1.0 km
- Spring Vale Inn0.9 km
- North Chadderton Con Club0.8 km
- Rifle Range Inn0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Ree Ming0.9 km
- Sandwich Bar One0.2 km
- Bread and Butter0.6 km
- Lalahs0.7 km
- Mamma's1.0 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Nandos1.0 km
- Gourmet Steak and Grill0.3 km
- Heathers Kitchen 20.9 km
- Indian Ocean Restaurant0.3 km
- Moza Bites0.7 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- B&M0.2 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Werneth1.3 km
- Derker Metrolink1.9 km
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Westhulme Avenue0.0 km
- Westhulme Avenue0.1 km
- Bamford Street0.2 km
- Wakefield Street0.2 km
- Wakefield Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL90BT · Data under Open Government Licence