OL4 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Glodwick Road, 0.3km from Glodwick in Oldham. Administratively it sits within St Mary's ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
For families considering a move, OL4 1AR represents 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. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 OL4 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00027499 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLODWICK ROAD, OL4 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLODWICK ROAD, OL4 1AR.
504
31
£ 32,800 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL4 1AR 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
OL4 1AR has a highly multicultural community character — 95% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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 OL4 1AR. The average age is 30.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
OL4 1AR has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Glodwick Infant and Nursery School
Horton Mill Community Primary School
Alexandra Park Junior School
Greenhill Academy
Roundthorn Primary Academy
Oasis Academy Clarksfield
Oasis Academy Leesbrook
St Anne's RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
39 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.2 km
- Lees Road Pharmacy0.6 km
- Al Madina Oldham Limited0.4 km
- Ali General Store0.2 km
- Bhatti Halal Meat0.6 km
- + 34 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Boat House Cafe0.7 km
- Frangos0.9 km
- Kilombo0.9 km
- Scholes Gym0.7 km
- 24 Mocktails Limited0.8 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- AI Takeaway0.6 km
- Kingdo House1.0 km
- Florida Fried Chicken1.0 km
- Glodwick Chippy0.6 km
- Oldham Shawarma1.0 km
- + 32 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Parkside Lodgings0.6 km
- Honeywell Residential Lettings0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Friendship Inn0.9 km
- Miljul Chai House1.0 km
- The Hawthorn Inn0.7 km
- Lighthouse Inn1.0 km
- Bridge Inn0.5 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Khyber Bakery0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- One Stop0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.7 km
- Derker Metrolink1.5 km
- Oldham Werneth2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Bolton Street0.0 km
- Waterloo Street0.1 km
- Roundthorn Road0.2 km
- Glodwick Road0.2 km
- Waterloo Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL41AR · Data under Open Government Licence