House Prices in Oldham
£165,000
Average
£290,000
Detached
£170,000
Semi-Detached
£115,000
Terraced
£90,000
Flat
Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.
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About Oldham
Oldham offers some of the lowest property prices in Greater Manchester, particularly in the town centre. However, the borough is diverse — Saddleworth commands premium prices for its village lifestyle and scenery. The Metrolink tram has been a game-changer for connectivity. Regeneration of the town centre is ongoing with the creating a Better Place programme.
Lifestyle & Things to Do
Oldham sits on the western edge of the Pennines with dramatic moorland scenery. Saddleworth — a collection of villages within the borough — is stunningly beautiful with stone-built villages, pubs, and walking trails. The town centre has Alexandra Park and the Coliseum Theatre. The annual Saddleworth Whit Friday band contests are famous. Dovestone Reservoir offers outdoor recreation.
Transport & Commuting
Oldham has Metrolink tram connections to Manchester city centre (30 minutes). The M60 and M62 provide motorway access. Manchester Piccadilly is accessible via tram interchange. Saddleworth is more isolated but has characterful road links across the Pennines.
Train to London
2h 30m to London Euston (via Manchester)
Nearest Motorway
M60, M62
Schools & Education
Top Schools
- Blue Coat School
- Saddleworth School
- Crompton House School
Healthcare
Best Areas to Live in Oldham
Saddleworth
Uppermill
Shaw
Royton
Lees
Failsworth
Property Buying Tips for Oldham
Saddleworth (Uppermill, Greenfield, Delph) is the premium area — stone cottages in a Pennine setting. Shaw and Royton are affordable family areas with Metrolink access. Lees and Grotton offer good value. For the lowest prices, the town centre has very affordable terraces. Failsworth on the Manchester border has good tram links.
Local Authority
Council
Oldham Council
Council Tax
£1,650 (Band D)
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