OL8 1AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sheraton Road, 0.2km from Coppice in Oldham. Administratively it sits within Medlock Vale ward and the Oldham West and Royton constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 74% 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. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 OL8 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00027510 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHERATON ROAD, OL8 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHERATON ROAD, OL8 1AZ.
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£ 0 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OL8 1AZ 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
OL8 1AZ has a highly multicultural community character — 87% 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 OL8 1AZ. The average age is 29.8. 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: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 128,000
1 sales · Mean £ 128,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
OL8 1AZ has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Coppice Primary Academy
Werneth Primary School
Broadfield Primary School
St Thomas CofE Primary School
St Patrick's RC Primary and Nursery School
Lyndhurst Primary and Nursery School
The Springboard Project
Greenhill Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
61 nearby- Coppice Bazaar0.6 km
- Cupcake Cravings1.0 km
- King Street News1.0 km
- Oldham European Store Ltd1.0 km
- Union Newsagents0.9 km
- + 56 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 nearby- Ambitions0.9 km
- BBQ'd0.9 km
- MT Belly's1.0 km
- Oodles Chinese1.0 km
- Piri Piri1.0 km
- + 33 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Charcoal Grill1.0 km
- Santos1.0 km
- Super Smash0.9 km
- Bake 'N' Butty1.0 km
- AI Takeaway1.0 km
- + 27 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Falconers Arms0.6 km
- Famous King George0.7 km
- Druid Arms0.5 km
- Cob and Coal Tap1.0 km
- Honeywell Arms0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Honeywell Residential Lettings1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oldham Werneth1.1 km
- Oldham Mumps Metrolink1.5 km
- Derker Metrolink2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Wilson Street0.2 km
- Ashton Road0.2 km
- Kennedy Street0.2 km
- Kennedy Street0.2 km
- Lee Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OL81AZ · Data under Open Government Licence