OL3 5AW is a well-regarded residential area on Nudger Green, 0.2km from Dobcross in Dobcross. Administratively it sits within Saddleworth North ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in OL3, OL3 5AW offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £475k, down 12.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for OL3 5AW are sourced from Output Area E00027403 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NUDGER GREEN, OL3 5AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NUDGER GREEN, OL3 5AW.
210
52
£ 51,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL3 5AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OL3 5AW combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£475k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £475k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 12.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL3 5AW. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 465,000
13 sales · Mean £ 448,230
school Local Schools
Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School
Saddleworth School
St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Delph Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Lodge of Candour0.9 km
- The Swan Inn0.2 km
- Dobcross Band & Social Club0.1 km
- Navigation Inn0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Garden Cafe0.5 km
- Old Bell Inn1.0 km
- Limekiln Cafe0.6 km
- Old Toll House0.4 km
- Fresca Restaurant Ltd0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Greenfield1.9 km
- Mossley (Grtr Manchester)4.9 km
- Shaw & Crompton Metrolink5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Nudger Green0.1 km
- Nudger Green0.1 km
- Dobcross Square0.2 km
- Dobcross Square0.2 km
- The Woolpack0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL35AW · Data under Open Government Licence