Living in OL8: Liveability Score 68/100
Oldham, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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OL8 scores 68 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.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
6 Outstanding, 51 Good out of 65 rated schools.
Healthcare provision is rated well above average by CQC. 8 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
98% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 1/10, above-average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,602/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 17,238 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
OL8 covers 847 active postcodes in Oldham, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is OL8 a safe area to live?
OL8 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 OL8?
Schools in OL8 score 88/100. 6 Outstanding, 51 Good out of 65 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in OL8?
Broadband in OL8 scores 94/100. 98% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does OL8 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include OL9, OL1, M35. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for OL8?
OL8 scores 68/100, 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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