Living in OL3: Liveability Score 53/100
Oldham, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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OL3 scores 53 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 1499 green spaces within 2km.
Services
3 Outstanding, 34 Good out of 42 rated schools.
Healthcare ratings are broadly average. 1 GP surgery and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
88% gigabit coverage; 94% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,602/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 1,213 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
OL3 covers 594 active postcodes in Oldham, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is OL3 a safe area to live?
OL3 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 OL3?
Schools in OL3 score 50/100. 3 Outstanding, 34 Good out of 42 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in OL3?
Broadband in OL3 scores 54/100. 88% gigabit coverage; 94% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does OL3 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include OL4, OL5, OL1. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for OL3?
OL3 scores 53/100, rated "Average", 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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