New Build Homes for Sale in Oldham

Boasting a superb location in the foothills of the Pennines, Oldham is a Greater Manchester town. Next door to Middleton, new homes in Oldham are only 25 minutes from the centre Manchester by car or Metrolink tram. Rochdale is even closer, while Leeds is just a 40-minute drive away.

There are plenty of natural draws in the local area, including Daisy Nook, Alexandra Park and Crime Lake. Go walking up Hartshead Pike or through the nearby hills, and don’t miss spots like Yeoman Hey Reservoir, Chadderton Hall Park and Limeside Park either; all with our new builds closest to Oldham below. 

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What is life like in Oldham?

With the North West’s leading city one way and miles of rugged open landscapes the other, Oldham is a town where you can enjoy the best of both worlds. It’s a great place to buy a new home for so many reasons, which you can read more about below. Alternatively, head over to our latest offers page to discover more about how initiatives such as our Part Exchange scheme could help you move. 

What is there to see and do in Oldham? 

Attractions to visit in Oldham

Wildlife and nature around Oldham

What is education like in Oldham?

Primary schools in Oldham

Oldham has a large number of schools to choose between, with some of the more central primaries including Northmoor Academy, Richmond Academy and Holy Cross CofE. All of these schools are rated as good by Ofsted, while Glodwick Infant and Nursery School, Bare Trees Primary and Roundthorn Primary are all outstanding. 

Secondary schools in Oldham

The Blue Coat CofE School is an outstanding mixed secondary, while the Radclyffe School is also in Ofsted’s top bracket. 

How are the Oldham transport links? 

Nearby cities and towns around Oldham

Oldham is connected to Greater Manchester’s Metrolink system, which provides quick and easy access to Manchester city centre as well as other hubs in the region. The town has three tram stops; Oldham Central, Oldham King Street and Oldham Mumps.

Commuting by road in Oldham

As well as being conveniently located for the M60 ring road, the town’s also close to junction 20 of the M62, providing a direct route to Liverpool in the west and Leeds to the east. The drive into Manchester is around 25 minutes, which is similar to the journey time on the tram.

What is education like in Oldham?

Credited with having one of the country’s fastest-moving property markets in recent times, there’s often plenty of homes available in Oldham. You can also find some of our stylish new build homes in neighbouring Hyde. 

Buying your new home with us means you can benefit from various offers.

If you’re a first-time buyer, you could take advantage of the Home Reach scheme; you can buy a share of your dream Barratt home and pay an affordable monthly rent on the remaining share. Second-time buyers can apply for the Movemaker and Part Exchange schemes. We’ll help you sell your current home and pay your estate agent fees.

Browse our new homes in Oldham below and start your homebuying journey today.