Oldham
Covering wards: Failsworth East, Hollinwood, Coldhurst, Werneth, Medlock Vale, St Mary's, Alexandra
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Oldham OL8 recorded 1 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 1 incidents. This is below the national average, making it relatively safe compared to similar areas. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.
In February 2026, the most common crime type in Oldham OL8 was Violence & sexual offences (1), accounting for 100% of all recorded crime in the area.
Oldham OL8 is below the national average for total recorded crime. This suggests the area has lower crime levels than most comparable neighbourhoods across the UK.
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