Cost of Living in Oldham
Greater Manchester, England
Average House Price
£221.3k
+24%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£36,792
+6%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£891/mo
+26%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,957
Band D / yr
Energy
£143
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£39.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£69.77
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Oldham
Average price (all types)
£221,340
House prices in Oldham have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Oldham
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Oldham
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £891 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £163 |
| Utilities | Energy | £143 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £39.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £180 |
| Food | Groceries | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £147 |
| Estimated Total | £1,851 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport
Transport Costs in Oldham
£69.77
£1.39
£180
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Oldham
- What is the average house price in Oldham?
- The average house price in Oldham is £221,340, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £387,600, while flats and apartments average £142,800. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Oldham?
- The median annual salary in Oldham is £36,792, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,247 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,123 (lower quartile) to £48,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Oldham?
- Average monthly rent in Oldham is £891 per month. Rents have increased by +7.2% over the past year.
- Is Oldham an affordable place to live?
- Oldham is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 29% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £891, while the median annual salary is £36,792 (approximately £3,066 per month before tax).
- How does Oldham compare to London?
- The average house price in Oldham is £221,340, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Oldham costs around 40% of London prices, making it £329,660 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £891 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Oldham?
- House prices in Oldham are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £221,340 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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