OL1 3HQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Mumps in Oldham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Waterhead ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
Within the OL1 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. At just 26 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 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. 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 OL1 3HQ are sourced from Output Area E00027487 (shared with 54 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL1 3HQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL1 3HQ.
584
26
£ 35,200 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL1 3HQ 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
Cultural diversity defines OL1 3HQ — 74% 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 OL1 3HQ. The average age is 26.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
OL1 3HQ has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Horton Mill Community Primary School
Beever Primary School
St Anne's RC Primary School
Greenacres Primary Academy
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
The Blue Coat CofE School
Oasis Academy Clarksfield
Holy Cross Ceva Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- Madani Halal Meats0.8 km
- Mehak News and Food Store0.6 km
- Sadiq & Sons0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.6 km
- Al's Express0.5 km
- + 36 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- My Karak Chai1.0 km
- DamasGO0.6 km
- Frangos0.4 km
- Kilombo0.7 km
- Scholes Gym0.3 km
- + 35 more
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Zahi's0.7 km
- Florida Fried Chicken0.6 km
- Glodwick Chippy1.0 km
- Jackie Chan0.6 km
- Oldham Shawarma0.6 km
- + 43 more
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- Miljul Chai House0.6 km
- Harry's Bar0.8 km
- Party 1 at the Cotton Rooms0.6 km
- The Bees Knees0.7 km
- Hark To Topper0.7 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Khyber Bakery0.6 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Tesco Extra0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fox and Pine0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.5 km
- Derker Metrolink0.6 km
- Oldham Werneth2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Huddersfield Road0.1 km
- Castlemill Street0.1 km
- Castlemill Street0.1 km
- Huddersfield Road0.1 km
- Cross Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: OL13HQ · Data under Open Government Licence