OL8 postcode
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Oldham, Oldham
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Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
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Best speed
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Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
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Flood risk
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in undefined — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Risk Level
Medium
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
Area demographics
Data for LSOA:
Population
N/A
Census 2021
Density
N/A
per km² · Unknown
Median Age
N/A
years (est.)
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01005362
Overall IMD Decile
N/A / 10
N/A
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on (2019 boundaries).
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| Employment | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Education | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Health | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Crime | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Oldham
Most common: Band
Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25
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Oldham covers the OL8 3RB postcode. Below you'll find a data-driven picture of life here. Broadband speeds from Ofcom and Ookla. Property prices from the Land Registry. Crime from Police.uk. Demographics from the ONS. Plus schools, flood risk, mobile coverage, and more. No filler. Just facts that help you decide.
Limited house price data for OL8 3RB. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.
Crime figures for this area: 0 in one month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.
Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 1. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Unknown.
Deprivation index: decile undefined out of 10. That's most deprived.
No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.
4G outdoor coverage: 95%. Good coverage. Some indoor dead spots possible. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Where does this data come from? Broadband figures from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Crime from Police.uk. House prices from HM Land Registry. Demographics from the ONS Census. Flood data from the Environment Agency. Speed tests from Ookla. All public, all verifiable.
Before committing to OL8 3RB, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.
That's the full picture for OL8 3RB based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.
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Frequently asked questions about OL8 3RB
What broadband speeds are available at OL8 3RB?
Broadband availability exists for OL8 3RB, but speeds still vary by address and provider.
Can I get gigabit broadband at OL8 3RB?
Gigabit availability is not confirmed in the current postcode dataset.
What are house prices like near OL8 3RB?
Recent sale data is limited around OL8 3RB, which often happens in mixed-use or low-turnover areas.
What schools are near OL8 3RB?
School data is not loaded for this postcode yet.
What is the flood risk at OL8 3RB?
OL8 3RB is marked as Medium flood risk in the current dataset.
How is air quality around OL8 3RB?
Air quality data is not loaded for this postcode yet.
Are there GP surgeries near OL8 3RB?
GP access data for this postcode is not loaded yet.
What transport links does OL8 3RB have?
Transport station data is not loaded for this postcode yet.
Is there mobile coverage at OL8 3RB?
Outdoor 4G coverage is listed at 95% and 5G at undefined% for the wider area.
Can I charge an EV near OL8 3RB?
EV charging data is not loaded for this postcode yet.
What council tax band is common near OL8 3RB?
Council tax distribution is not loaded for this postcode yet.
What makes OL8 3RB different from nearby areas?
OL8 3RB has its own mix of broadband coverage, local services, prices, and environmental signals. That is why postcode-level pages are more useful than generic town guides.
Should I compare OL8 3RB with nearby postcodes?
Yes. Small postcode changes can mean different prices, flood signals, and service access.
Is OL8 3RB worth checking in person?
Yes. The numbers narrow the shortlist, but walking the street still tells you things no dataset can.
How current is the data for OL8 3RB?
This page uses official datasets that update on different cycles, so it is best used as a strong screening tool.
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Area info
Parish
Oldham
District
Oldham
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01005362
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