About Alt Hill

Alt Hill is a residential area located in the OL6 postcode district of Greater Manchester, England. It lies within the wider Saddleworth region, known for its mix of suburban housing and rural surroundings. The area is characterised by a range of terraced and semi-detached homes, many of which date from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is situated close to the Pennine hills, offering views of the surrounding countryside and access to walking trails. The local community is active, with regular events and a strong sense of neighbourliness. Public transport links are available via nearby bus routes, and the area is within easy reach of Oldham town centre. The postcode area OL6 covers several neighbouring villages and is served by local schools, shops, and healthcare facilities.

School Ratings in Alt Hill

Alt Hill is served by 275 schools. St Damian's RC Science College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Alt Hill

Property prices average £180K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £131K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alt Hill

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Alt Hill, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Alt Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Alt Hill is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Alt Hill

Most properties in Alt Hill can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,531 sales

Average Price £180K
£400 — £6.74M
Detached £290K 321
Semi £192K 1,089
Terraced £131K 1,683
Flat £89K 178

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

174 Primary
32 Secondary
69 Other
Alt Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Medlock Valley Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.7 miles St Hugh's CofE Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Holden Clough Primary School Primary 0.7 miles St Damian's RC Science College Secondary Outstanding 0.8 miles Great Academy Ashton Secondary 0.9 miles Samuel Laycock School 0.9 miles Holy Rosary RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1 miles Roundthorn Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles Alexandra Children's Centre 1.1 miles Alexandra Park Junior School Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Alt Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Alt Hill as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
4/10
9,283 Children (0-15) 22%
26,277 Working Age 62%
8,523 Older (60+) 20%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 54% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Alt Hill 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Alt Hill falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 1.8 miles
Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station 2 miles
Stalybridge Train Station 2.5 miles
Greenfield Train Station 3.2 miles
Guide Bridge Train Station 3.3 miles
Moston Train Station 3.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Park Bridge 0 yards Fitton Hill 0.6 miles Pitses 0.6 miles Alt 0.6 miles Bardsley 0.9 miles Holts 0.9 miles Hartshead Pike 1.2 miles Brook Bottom 1.2 miles Smallshaw 1.2 miles Hurst 1.2 miles Glodwick 1.2 miles Clarksfield 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Tameside
Ward Audenshaw
Constituency Denton and Reddish
Parish Tameside, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL6 30 shown View all streets

Abbeydale Close 1 Abingdon Street 2 Adam Street 3 Addison Avenue 1 Albemarle Street 2 Albemarle Terrace 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Close 1 Alder Gate Grove 2 Alderley Street 1 Alexandra Road 3 Alexandra Street 3 Alfred Street 1 Alger Mews 1 Alger Street 1 Alt Grove 1 Alt Hill Lane 6 Alt Hill Road 2 Alt Lane 2 Alt Road 1 Alton Close 1 Anderton Grove 1 Andrew Street 1 Apsley Place 1 Arden Close 1 Argyll Street 1 Arlies Street 1 Arundel Street 2 Ash Close 1 Ashbourne Drive 2

Postcodes in OL6 50 shown View all postcodes

OL6 0FA OL6 0FB OL6 0FD OL6 0FE OL6 0FP OL6 0FW OL6 0FZ OL6 0GA OL6 0GH OL6 0GW OL6 0HE OL6 0HG OL6 6AB OL6 6AD OL6 6AE OL6 6AH OL6 6AJ OL6 6AL OL6 6AQ OL6 6AR OL6 6AS OL6 6AT OL6 6AU OL6 6AW OL6 6AX OL6 6AZ OL6 6BB OL6 6BD OL6 6BE OL6 6BG OL6 6BH OL6 6BJ OL6 6BL OL6 6BP OL6 6BQ OL6 6BT OL6 6BU OL6 6BX OL6 6BY OL6 6BZ OL6 6DA OL6 6DD OL6 6DE OL6 6DF OL6 6DJ OL6 6DP OL6 6DQ OL6 6DT OL6 6DU OL6 6DW