OL1 postcodes in Oldham have recorded a 4.7% compound annual growth rate in property prices over the past five years, alongside rental growth of 8.4% annually, indicating stronger performance in the lettings market than capital appreciation. The area sits at the early stage of gentrification with a trajectory score of 58.2, placing it in the 89th percentile nationally. Population growth has remained modest at 0.8% over five years, suggesting limited demographic expansion relative to housing stock changes. These metrics indicate a lettings-focused market where rental yields may outpace property value increases, relevant for investors evaluating income generation versus long-term capital growth in this North West location.
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- 1Property prices up 4.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 8.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.8% per year
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What's changing in Oldham · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 2.7 points this month to 61/100, driven mainly by safety.
54 planning applications submitted in OL1 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 4 change of use.
- Erection of a detached double garageJun 2026 · pending
- Alterations to shop front; Part change of use from Class E to Class C3 to provide 4 self-contained flats at first floor, second floor and loft level, including loft conversion with rear dormer and all flats with separate rear access and associated bin storage and cycle storage.Jan 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Change of use from office into dwellinghouseApr 2026 · Awaiting decision
Oldham (OL1) common questions
Is Oldham up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Oldham (OL1) as Early. Its trajectory score is 61/100 (Strong), in the top 6% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Oldham safe?
Oldham has a safety score of 87/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Oldham?
The average property price in Oldham (OL1) is £233k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 4.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Oldham?
The median monthly rent in Oldham (OL1) is £861 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Oldham?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Oldham (OL2), Oldham (OL4), Rochdale (OL16), Oldham (OL9), Rochdale (OL11). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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