About Werneth

Werneth is a suburb located in Greater Manchester, England, within the OL9 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, featuring a mix of housing styles, including traditional terraced homes and more modern developments. The suburb benefits from local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. The area is well-connected to the rest of Greater Manchester, with public transport options available, including bus services and nearby train stations. Werneth Park offers green space for recreation, while local schools provide educational opportunities for children. The community is served by various local services, ensuring that residents have access to essential facilities.

School Ratings in Werneth

Families in Werneth have access to 318 local schools. Westwood Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Werneth

Homes sell for an average of £190K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £124K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Werneth

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Werneth, with 1 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Werneth

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Werneth within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Werneth

Werneth benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,670 sales

Average Price £190K
£200 — £15.74M
Detached £294K 526
Semi £181K 1,646
Terraced £124K 2,051
Flat £95K 134

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

194 Primary
39 Secondary
85 Other
Darul Hadis Latifiah Northwest Good 0.1 miles Westwood High Good 0.3 miles St Patrick's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Freehold Community Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles St Thomas CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Coldhurst Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Richmond Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Werneth Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Oldham Sixth Form College 16 plus Good 0.5 miles The Oldham College 16 plus Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Coppice Primary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Hulme Grammar School 0.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Werneth IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Werneth experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
15,678 Children (0-15) 24%
40,179 Working Age 61%
11,668 Older (60+) 18%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 53.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 34.7% 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

Crime in Werneth 2 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Werneth are lower than the England and Wales average. While other theft is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Other Theft
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Werneth (Oldham) Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 1.8 miles
Moston Train Station 2 miles
Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station 3.5 miles
Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 4 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 4.4 miles
Guide Bridge Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Oldham 0.6 miles Nimble Nook 0.6 miles Busk 0.6 miles Hathershaw 0.9 miles Coppice 0.9 miles Copster Hill 0.9 miles Chadderton 0.9 miles Moorhey 1.2 miles Lime Side 1.2 miles Holden Fold 1.2 miles Mumps 1.4 miles White Gate 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Oldham
Ward Chadderton North
Constituency Oldham West and Royton
Parish Oldham, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL9 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Grove 1 Acorn Close 4 Agnes Close 1 Agnes Street 1 Alasdair Close 1 Albert Street 5 Alcester Street 1 Alder Root 1 Alderson Street 1 Alford Street 1 Alfred Court 1 Alfred Street 2 Alligin Close 1 Amberwood 1 Andrew Street 2 Apfel Lane 1 Applewood 1 Arden Street 2 Argyll Road 2 Arkle Drive 1 Arkwright Street 1 Arnside Avenue 1 Arundel Walk 1 Ascot Close 1 Ashford Walk 1 Ashley Mews 1 Ashley Street 2 Ashton Crescent 1 Ashwood 1 Ashworth Close 2

Postcodes in OL9 50 shown View all postcodes

OL9 0AA OL9 0AB OL9 0AD OL9 0AE OL9 0AG OL9 0AH OL9 0AJ OL9 0AL OL9 0AN OL9 0AP OL9 0AQ OL9 0AR OL9 0AS OL9 0AT OL9 0AU OL9 0AW OL9 0AX OL9 0AY OL9 0AZ OL9 0BA OL9 0BB OL9 0BD OL9 0BE OL9 0BF OL9 0BG OL9 0BN OL9 0BP OL9 0BT OL9 0BU OL9 0BW OL9 0BX OL9 0BY OL9 0BZ OL9 0DA OL9 0DD OL9 0DE OL9 0DG OL9 0DH OL9 0DJ OL9 0DL OL9 0DN OL9 0DP OL9 0DQ OL9 0DR OL9 0DS OL9 0DT OL9 0DU OL9 0DW OL9 0DX OL9 0DY