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Are you looking to relocate to Oldham? Moving home is not something we do regularly with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and when it is time to relocate, there is so much to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a dependable, removal company is crucial.
White & Company is a family-owned business with over 151 years of service to the Oldham community.
We offer a tailor-made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price.
Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack, and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can also offer the storage of some or all your effects.
We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve all towns and villages around Oldham. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway do not hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About Us
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners.
This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you are moving.
Through hard work, commitment, and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies.
We have 265 specialist vehicles, fully trained and security-cleared removal staff and 19 storage locations across the UK.
Why Move to Oldham?
Situated in a fantastic location; Oldham lies just from the motorway network between Manchester and the beautiful Yorkshire countryside.
It also lies amid the Pennines on elevated ground between the Irk and Medlock rivers.
Oldham is a borough of contrasts. From the vibrant urban towns in the west of the borough that sit adjacent to Manchester city centre, to the picturesque villages of Saddleworth that provide a gateway to the Peak District National Park.
Compared to other cities, Oldham does have a rather understated look and its once dubious reputation of low wages and high unemployment have held it back, but nowadays, there is lots more to this town than meets the eye.
Property values have been historically low; however, people are waking up to this and savvy landlords and buyers are now snapping up homes that would, in other areas, be well beyond normal means.
Its proximity to urban hubs like Manchester provides residents with a choice of commuting or gaining employment locally.
At the last count, there were over 6,000 businesses spanning a range of sectors including professional services, manufacturing, and construction.
Local authority initiatives like “Get Oldham Working” have helped to create thousands of new jobs for the town and continue to do so.
Living in the town means you have access to more than 30 local parks and greenspaces with several Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty within a short distance.
Oldham ticks many of the boxes most consider vital to a good standard of living.
Oldham Schools & Education
When you are relocating with children, where you live in relation to good schools will be an important factor to consider.
The quality of education in Oldham varies, so it pays to do a little investigating before you actually move.
Oldham’s educational facilities from nursery level up have undergone massive improvements in recent years, particularly regarding its further and higher education provision.
Currently, over 90 state primaries (with a couple of new ones under construction) feed into 12 state secondaries. Private schooling is available and provided by 6 institutions.
Noteworthy primaries include Bare Trees, Buckstones and St Thomas Moorside CofE (VA) Primary School, all “outstanding” says Ofsted.
Among the top-performing secondaries are Oldham Academy North, Saddleworth School, and the Crompton House C of E Academy
Farrowdale House Preparatory School and Firwood Manor Preparatory School offer residents first-rate independent education.
University Campus Oldham is a centre for higher education and a sister campus of the University of Huddersfield. Students can study a wide range of courses from foundation level right up to Honour Degrees.
Things to Do in Oldham
Being home to approximately 217,000 people means that Oldham caters for everyone’s needs when it comes to leisure activities, and it manages to do just that.
Here is a selection of what you can look forward to experiencing if you decide to relocate to Oldham:
Tandle Hill: Oldham’s oldest country park, home to 48 hectares of parkland, woodland, and grassland. There are stunning views across the Manchester Plain and the Pennine Hills. Plus, there are several pathways winding their way through the park as well as a children’s playground.
The Spindles Town Square Shopping Centre: Located right in the heart of Oldham is easily accessible by car, bus and Metrolink. The centre provides a huge variety of fashion stores and eateries all under one roof and in a relaxed environment.
Gallery Oldham: This is a contemporary art gallery and museum that features a diverse range of exhibitions, including local history, art, and culture. It is a great place to learn about the heritage of Oldham.
Saddleworth Museum and Art Gallery: Located in nearby Uppermill, this museum highlights the history of Saddleworth, a picturesque area within Greater Manchester. You can explore exhibits on local life, industry, and art.
Pennine Heritage Centre: Situated in the village of Uppermill, this centre provides information on the heritage and culture of the Pennine region. It is a good starting point for exploring the surrounding countryside.
Oldham Property
Despite the property market in Oldham having been full of doom and gloom over the past few years, the local market is now making a good recovery.
The average cost of a home here is incredible, almost half that of the national average.
Terraced homes dominate the market, many of which can be found towards the centre of town and these too are very reasonably priced.
Among some of the most sought-after addresses in the area are Harden Hills however, you will pay more for the privilege of owning your own home here.
Chadderton is another popular location. A small village which provides heaps of old-time charm and some very sought-after older properties.
Several new-build developments provide prospective buyers with a range of brand-new properties to choose from.
Bishops Meadows is a new development created by Redrow. It offers an enviable collection of stunning 3,4 ad 5 bedroomed properties.
Popular Places to Live near Oldham
- Ashton-under-Lyne
- Audenshaw
- Chadderton
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- Droylsden
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- Heywood
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- Hyde
- Lees
- Manchester
- Middleton
- Milnrow
- Mossley
- Rochdale
- Royton
- Saddleworth
- Sale
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- Stockport
- Tameside
- Uppermill
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