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45,383
Population
17,105
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£43,204
Avg. household income
1,247
Businesses
2,855
People per km²
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About Sholver

Sholver is a residential area located in Greater Manchester, England, with the postcode area OL4. It is situated to the east of the town of Oldham and is primarily a suburban neighbourhood. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached and terraced properties, catering to a diverse community. Sholver is well-connected by public transport, making it easy for residents to access nearby towns and cities.

The local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services for everyday life. Sholver is also close to the countryside, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. The area is served by several bus routes, and the nearby M60 motorway facilitates road travel. Overall, Sholver presents a practical living environment with access to both urban and natural surroundings.

School Ratings in Sholver

Sholver is served by 196 schools. Glodwick Infant and Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Sholver

Property prices average £187K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £126K.

Deprivation and Employment in Sholver

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Sholver is among the more deprived areas nationally. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Sholver

There are 43 GP surgeries within three miles of Sholver, the nearest being Moorside Medical Practice (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Sholver

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Property Prices 5,039 sales

Average Price £187K
£100 , £3.15M
Detached £378K 672
Semi £210K 1,262
Terraced £126K 2,605
Flat £147K 152

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

124 Primary
21 Secondary
51 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the OL4 postcode area.

St Thomas Moorside CofE (VA) Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Hodge Clough Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Woodlands Primary Academy Primary 1 miles Kingsland School Not applicable Good 1 miles Waterhead Academy Secondary 1 miles St. Theresa's RC Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Spring Meadows Children Centre 1.2 miles Littlemoor Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.2 miles Willowpark Primary Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles St Joseph's RC Junior, Infant and Nursery School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 1.3 miles East Crompton St George's CofE School Primary 1.3 miles Mayfield Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.3 miles

Household Income in Sholver ONS 2023

The average total household income in Sholver is approximately £43,204 a year before tax, 22% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,147. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Sholver £43,204
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,147.

Businesses in Sholver ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,247 active businesses based in Sholver, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,247 Total businesses
27 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Sholver IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Sholver 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
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 24%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 15%
10,725 Children (0-15) 24%
27,793 Working Age 61%
6,870 Older (65+) 15%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 47.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30.7% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Greenfield Train Station 2.9 miles
Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 3.6 miles
Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 4.3 miles
Rochdale Train Station 4.8 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 4.9 miles
Smithy Bridge Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Moorside 0 yards Roebuck Low 0.6 miles Watersheddings 0.9 miles Top o' th' Meadows 0.9 miles Grains Bar 0.9 miles Fullwood 0.9 miles Clough 0.9 miles Thurston Clough 1.2 miles Heyside 1.2 miles Austerlands 1.2 miles Dog Hill 1.2 miles Wall Hill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Oldham
Ward Alexandra
Constituency Oldham East and Saddleworth
Parish Oldham, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Sholver

Of the 16,683 households in and around Sholver, 64% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 64% Social rented 17% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Sholver.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sholver

What is the population of Sholver?
Sholver has a population of approximately 45,383 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Sholver?
The average property in and around Sholver sold for about £186,651, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 47% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Sholver a deprived area?
Sholver sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Sholver?
Sholver is covered by the OL4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Sholver?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Sholver, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Sholver?
The nearest railway station to Sholver is Greenfield Train Station, about 2.9 miles away.

Streets in OL4 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Hills Road 8 Abercorn Street 1 Acorn Street 3 Aden Street 1 Adlington Street 1 Adswood Close 1 Albany Street 1 Albert Street 1 Alderwood Fold 1 Alexandra Centre Retail Park 1 Allama Iqbal Road 1 Almond Road 1 Alva Road 2 Ancoats Street 1 Ann Square 1 Arbour Road 2 Armdale Rise 1 Arncliffe Rise 2 Arundel Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Square 1 Ash Street 1 Ashbrook Road 1 Ashes Lane 1 Ashfield Crescent 4 Ashford Court 1 Ashlea Grove 1 Aspull Street 1 Astbury Close 1 Atherton Street 2

Postcodes in OL4 50 shown View all postcodes

OL4 1AA OL4 1AB OL4 1AE OL4 1AF OL4 1AG OL4 1AH OL4 1AJ OL4 1AL OL4 1AN OL4 1AQ OL4 1AR OL4 1AS OL4 1AT OL4 1AX OL4 1BA OL4 1BB OL4 1BD OL4 1BE OL4 1BH OL4 1BJ OL4 1BL OL4 1BN OL4 1BP OL4 1BS OL4 1BT OL4 1BU OL4 1BW OL4 1BX OL4 1BY OL4 1BZ OL4 1DA OL4 1DB OL4 1DD OL4 1DE OL4 1DF OL4 1DG OL4 1DH OL4 1DL OL4 1DN OL4 1DP OL4 1DR OL4 1DS OL4 1DT OL4 1DU OL4 1DW OL4 1DX OL4 1DY OL4 1DZ OL4 1EA OL4 1EB