OL1Oldham

Central Oldham & Town Centre

Central Oldham & Town Centre investment guide. Average gross yield 5.4%, unknown rental demand.

5.4%avg gross yield

£168kavg sold price (214 sales, 12mo)

Unknownrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

5.4%

-3.4% vs Oldham avg (8.8%)

Average Asking Price

£167,500

high confidence (214 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£955

2-bed · 3-bed £1,130 · 8.0% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£227

City avg £162/sqft · 65 above average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in OL1

1-bed

£721

per month

6.7% yield

2-bed

£955

per month

8.0% yield

3-bed

£1,130

per month

7.1% yield

Ownership mix

OL1 vs UK average · 19,511 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

High social-rent share: 29% socially rented (12pp higher than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

26.0%(UK 32.9%)

-6.9pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

27.0%(UK 29.7%)

-2.7pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

18.3%(UK 20.3%)

-2.0pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

28.7%(UK 17.1%)

+11.6pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in OL1

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	7.9%	£138,000	£908
Semi-detached →	5.5%	£200,964	£916
Detached →	3.6%	£333,000	£1,004
Flat →	10.9%	£94,727	£858

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About Central Oldham & Town Centre (OL1, Oldham)

OL1 offers solid gross yields of 5.4% with an accessible entry price point around £167,500, making it attractive for portfolio builders and first-time landlords. The postcode benefits from consistent rental demand across all property types, with particularly strong yields on 2-bedroom units at 8% gross.

The tenant mix appears diverse, with demand spanning 1, 2, and 3-bedroom properties. Monthly rents range from £721 for single-bed units to £1,130 for three-bedroom homes, suggesting the area attracts both professional renters and families seeking affordable accommodation near Oldham town centre.

Investors should note that while rental data shows healthy yields, demand levels remain unconfirmed—further local market research is advisable before committing capital. Property condition and void periods warrant careful due diligence, as central postcodes can experience market volatility depending on local regeneration initiatives and wider economic conditions.

Sold Price Trend - OL1

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

-2.6% over 2 years

Flip Activity - OL1

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+36.1%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

15 mo

Flip rate

0.7%

of all sales

Recent case studies

london road

Semi

Bought Oct 24

£135k

Sold Sept 25

£190k

11 mo+29.6%*

Gross 41.3%

jowett street

Terraced

Bought May 23

£113k

Sold Sept 24

£164k

16 mo+36.1%*

Leasehold - extension not verified

Gross 45.8%

chadderton fold

Terraced

Bought Feb 23

£190k

Sold May 24

£280k

15 mo+46.6%*

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - OL1

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Article 4 directions cover parts of Oldham. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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