oldham OL4 Postcodes

Oldham (OL4)

The OL4 postcode area is located in the Oldham postcode town region, within the county of Greater Manchester, and contains a total of 1254 individual postcodes.

There are 38 electoral wards in the OL4 postcode area, including Ashton-Under-Lyne, Bacup, Heywood, Littleborough, Oldham, Rochdale, Todmorden which come under the local authority of the Oldham Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 15% of people in OL4 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of OL4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

OL4 is a postcode in the United Kingdom, covering the Oldham district located in the North West of the country. The postcode begins with ‘OL' which is an abbreviation of ‘Oldham', and the 4 indicates the area within the district it covers. The area is predominantly residential and suburban in makeup, with the primary geographical area being Saddleworth and other local villages.

The majority of properties in the OL4 postcode area have a Royal Mail sorting office in nearby Ashton-under-Lyne, with a smaller number also served by a sorting office located in Oldham. Strictly speaking the official boundaries of the postcode are from the M60 motorway in the south, to Ashton-under-Lyne in the west, to Slattocks and Standedge canal in the north, and to grasslands in the east.

The area of OL4 is known for its vibrant local culture and beauty spots, with high levels of ancient woodlands in addition to a host of historic market towns and villages. Popular tourist attractions in the area include the Pennine Way walking route and several local museums which provide insight into the area's rich history.

The area also has many leisure areas, including several large parks and reserves offering walking and cycling opportunities, as well as two nature reserves, an outdoor adventure centre, and a water sports centre. Additionally, the area is also home to two notable golf courses and several historic pubs.

OL4's retail offerings are limited and are mainly focused around the smaller surrounding towns, however, Royton Town Centre is the area's main shopping area, offering a range of high street and independent shops, as well as a farmers' market. There are also several locations which offer educational and medical facilities, as well as other public services.

In terms of transport links, the OL4 postcode area is situated centrally located on the Oldham transport interchange which is connected by regular bus routes. The area is served by three local train lines, the Caldervale, the Central and the Northern line, for access to Manchester and surrounding areas, as well as four motorway networks: M60, M62, M66 and A640.

TheOL4 postcode area is a vibrant and welcoming community which is full of interesting historical charm and a good selection of leisure activities. With excellent transport links and retail offerings, both visitors and locals alike can experience the beauty of this part of the North West.

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