Based on April 2026 Police data, Oldham (M35) recorded the lowest crime rate in Oldham, with 1 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Oldham (OL1) recorded 1 crimes in the same period. Even in the safest area, other crime is the most commonly recorded crime type.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Oldham (M35) is the safest area in Oldham, with 1 recorded crimes. Other crime was the most common crime type even in this safest area.
Oldham (OL1) recorded the most crime in Oldham in April 2026, with 1 incidents. Other theft was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.
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