OL1 postcode

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Oldham, Oldham

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Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No data

Best speed

TBC

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Living near OL1 4EN

OL1 4EN is in Oldham. This guide pulls together data from Ofcom, Land Registry, Police.uk, and more. Every figure is specific to this postcode or its local area. We cover broadband, real-world speeds, house prices, and crime. Plus schools, flood risk, air quality, transport, and GP access. Use it to compare against other postcodes you're considering.

Limited house price data for OL1 4EN. 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.

Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 1. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Unknown.

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 OL1 4EN, 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.

Those are the facts for OL1 4EN. Compare with other postcodes you're considering. Each section above links to its official source. The data is objective. Your priorities decide which trade-offs matter. What works for a young professional differs from a family with children. Check back for updated figures as new data comes in.

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

95%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

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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

Environment Agency

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Oldham

Most common: Band

A
5%£1,381
B
10%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
20%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
8%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25

VOA (Valuation Office Agency)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

DEFRA UK-AIR · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area info

Parish

Oldham

District

Oldham

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01005421

Frequently asked questions about OL1 4EN

What is the average house price near OL1 4EN?

No recent house price data for OL1 4EN. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at OL1 4EN?

OL1 4EN has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Unknown by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.

What is the mobile signal like at OL1 4EN?

4G outdoor coverage at OL1 4EN is 95%, with 5G outdoor at not yet available. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near OL1 4EN?

EPC data is not yet available for OL1 4EN. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.

What is the air quality like at OL1 4EN?

Air quality at OL1 4EN is rated Unknown with PM2.5 levels at not measured. Check Open-Meteo for detailed air quality forecasts.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from OL1 4EN?

EV charging data is not yet available for OL1 4EN. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.

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