Living in OL2: Liveability Score 65/100
Oldham, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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OL2 scores 65 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Oldham (year ending Dec 2025): 26,849 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 3970 green spaces within 2km.
Services
2 Outstanding, 43 Good out of 52 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 3 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,602/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 4,057 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
OL2 covers 1,088 active postcodes in Oldham, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is OL2 a safe area to live?
OL2 scores 18/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Oldham (year ending Dec 2025): 26,849 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in OL2?
Schools in OL2 score 77/100. 2 Outstanding, 43 Good out of 52 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in OL2?
Broadband in OL2 scores 88/100. 97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does OL2 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include OL1, OL4, OL9. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for OL2?
OL2 scores 65/100, rated "Good", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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