OL4 1DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Townfield in Oldham. Administratively it sits within St Mary's ward and the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, OL4 1DG is 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, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 43% 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 15% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
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 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00181800 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OL4 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OL4 1DG.
237
30
£ 32,800 /yr
27%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL4 1DG 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
OL4 1DG has a significant social housing presence — 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OL4 1DG. The average age is 30.3. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
OL4 1DG 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
Horton Mill Community Primary School
Greenhill Academy
Glodwick Infant and Nursery School
St Anne's RC Primary School
Oasis Academy Clarksfield
The Blue Coat CofE School
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
Beever Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
51 nearby- Card Factory0.9 km
- Madani Halal Meats0.6 km
- Mehak News and Food Store0.5 km
- Sadiq & Sons0.7 km
- Well Pharmacy0.3 km
- + 46 more
Restaurant, Cafe
46 nearby- My Karak Chai0.9 km
- Boat House Cafe0.7 km
- Arundel Bakery0.6 km
- KFC0.7 km
- Roys Rolls0.9 km
- + 41 more
Takeaway Shop
51 nearby- Zahi's0.6 km
- AI Takeaway0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- GG's Caribbean Takeaway Ltd0.7 km
- Al Madina Takeaway Ltd0.7 km
- + 46 more
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- The Junction Inn1.0 km
- Lowerhouse Inn0.9 km
- Ashton Arms0.9 km
- Hare & Hounds0.8 km
- Higginshaw Sports and Social Club0.8 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Extra0.8 km
- Khyber Bakery0.5 km
- Home Bargains0.7 km
- One Stop0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fox and Pine0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink0.2 km
- Derker Metrolink1.0 km
- Oldham Werneth2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Greengate Street0.1 km
- Southlink0.1 km
- Southlink0.1 km
- Southlink0.1 km
- Greengate Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: OL41DG · Data under Open Government Licence