Postcode Analysis Oldham, North West

WOODS LANE, OL3 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODS LANE, OL3 5AL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

242

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 48,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OL3 5AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 47, OL3 5AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £132k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

OL3 5AL is a well-regarded residential area on Woods Lane, 0.2km from Dobcross in Dobcross. Administratively it sits within Saddleworth North ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for OL3 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00027365 (shared with 50 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 OL3 5AL. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 80,000

1 sales · Mean £ 80,000

Detached

£ 184,950

1 sales · Mean £ 184,950

school Local Schools

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Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School

Good233 pupils0.3 km
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St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Good291 pupils1.1 km
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Saddleworth School

Good1391 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Lodge of Candour0.8 km
  • The Swan Inn0.1 km
  • Dobcross Band & Social Club0.1 km
  • Navigation Inn0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Garden Cafe0.4 km
  • Dinnerstone0.9 km
  • Limekiln Cafe0.5 km
  • The Shalimar0.9 km
  • Old Toll House0.4 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Greenfield1.9 km
  • Mossley (Grtr Manchester)4.9 km
  • Shaw & Crompton Metrolink5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Dobcross Square0.1 km
  • Dobcross Square0.1 km
  • Nudger Green0.2 km
  • Nudger Green0.2 km
  • The Woolpack0.2 km