Conveyancing Solicitors Oldham

Our Conveyancing Solicitors in Oldham have years of experience in helping clients buy and sell property in Oldham and the surrounding area. We have extensive knowledge of the residential conveyancing process which makes us your local experts for moving house.

Our team understands that moving house can be stressful, not least because there are so many aspects to consider. That is why we are here to help guide you through the process, to make it as smooth as possible.

Located close to Manchester City Centre and with great transport links, Oldham has much to offer, from a rich heritage to lots of green spaces.

With more than 30 years of experience, you can trust us to deliver a reliable and trusted conveyancing service.

Our Property Legal Services for Oldham

We provide a tailored conveyancing service for those buying or selling property in Oldham. As you will be aware, unexpected problems can arise, which is why our proactive approach will ensure that we stay ahead and our solicitors are equipped with the expertise to do so.

We will always explain complex legal jargon to you, and explain processes so that you have the confidence to make decisions during the process. The conveyancing services that we offer include:

• Commercial property conveyancing
• Remortgages
• Buy To Let
• Managing the transfer of funds
• Leases
• Shared ownership
• Right to buy

The housing market in Oldham is exciting, and there are many affordable houses available. Whatever your situation is, get in touch and we would be more than happy to help.

Local House Price Trends

According to Zoopla, in 2023, the average price for a property in Oldham was £179,135. This price varied depending upon the type of property:

• Detached: £318,751
• Semi-detached: £214,872
• Terraced: £138,072
• Flats: £123,110

A new-build had an average price of £248K whilst an established property averages at £192K.

Our Conveyancing Solicitors have excellent relationships with agents which helps to smooth the process. Contact us today and one of our team will be in touch.

Highlights of the Market

Education

There are many schools to choose from in the Oldham area. Bare Trees Primary School is an outstanding institution which boasts exceptional leadership to create a safe and inclusive learning environment for children. Similarly, Burnley Brow Community School is a highly regarded primary school, ranked good by Ofsted, and has a student-teacher ratio of 23:1.

In terms of secondary schools, there are many ranked outstanding by Ofsted. For example, The Blue Coat CofE School has a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal development with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. New Bridge School is also top-rated and ranks within the top 10 of the best secondary schools within Greater Manchester by Snobe.

University Campus Oldham also supports higher education and vocational courses, allowing people to access these closer to home. The courses are validated by leading UK universities who have the highest quality standards.

At Clifford Johnston, our knowledge of the Oldham community is second to none. We have many 5 star reviews which is testament to our dedicated team who guide clients through the conveyancing process.

Transport links

One of the major advantages to living in Oldham is the extensive transport links. The Metrolink extends to Rochdale, Central Manchester and even further afield to East Didsbury. Four stops link Metrolink to the town centre in Oldham: Mumps, Oldham Central, King Street and Westwood, with park and ride facilities also available at Derker, Mumps and Holinwood.

Oldham town centre is less than 10 minutes away from two main motorways, the M60 and M62, and offers free weekend parking. Buses are frequent within the area, with buses going to Manchester every 10 minutes. Trains also run from Manchester and Huddlesfield to Greenfield every hour.

Eating out

Oldham offers a range of food options, for all tastes. There is an array of restaurants, coffee shops and tea rooms that can be suited to everyone, no matter the occasion or budget.

There are international options, with Indian, Asian, Mediterranean or classic British restaurants across the area. Whether you like the hustle and bustle of the town, or a countryside look, you won’t be disappointed with the options available. For example, Oldham’s Country Hotel offers fine dining with a nice view and great customer service.

There is something for everyone in the area. From unique cafes to tea rooms, there are many options for you to eat out and fun for all of the family.

If you are considering moving to Oldham, our conveyancing solicitors can help. We are highly rated within Greater Manchester for providing excellent customer service and can best advise you throughout the process.

Shopping

There are two shopping centres in Oldham, Town Square Shopping Centre and The Spindles. They both have a wide range of options, including designer wear and jewellery shops, such as Pandora, Top Man, The Body Shop amongst others.

On the high street, you can find Gamestation, Home Bargains, Primark, Sports Direct and TopShop.

North of the town centre, there is Tommyfield’s Market. There are many indoor and outdoor market stalls here, and it was established 140 years ago. It’s gained recognition across the North West for being one of the biggest open air markets.

History

Oldham’s history helped transform it from a small village to a mill town and became famous for its impact in textiles. Its history is vast, and covers hat making, coal mining, engineering, textile machinery and cotton spinning, for which Oldham is most famous for.

Oldham is now part of a project to make the area a centre for further education and performing arts, but is still defined architecturally by its cotton heritage.

The rich history in the area makes it an appealing place to live for residents. With many of our clients referring someone else to us, you can trust us to get the job done as efficiently as possible.

Leisure activities

In Oldham, there are lots of fun activities to participate in. For example, the Oldham Coliseum is one of Britain’s oldest theatres, being established in 1885. This offers a range of drama, music, comedy, musicals and pantomimes. There is also the gallery, which is award–winning, and has artwork which goes back to 1883.

If you are interested in nature,  there are many different parks with ample greenery and countryside, such as Tandle Hill Park, Alexandra Park amongst others.

The Hollingworth Lake Country Park is one of the more popular locations for tourists. The lake covers 118 acres  and dates back to the 19th century and was used as a water source for the Rochdale canal.

Contact our Conveyancing Solicitors in Oldham

Our Conveyancing Solicitors have extensive experience in supporting people moving or selling houses within the Oldham area. We have an in-depth understanding of the housing market and economic impacts and can best advise you.

Communication is key at Clifford Johnston and we will always keep you updated on progress and be transparent with costings. A lot of our clients recommend us to other people and regularly return to us for other services.

We are committed to a no move, no fee Conveyancing services, which means that if your sale or purchase does not go through, there will be no costs incurred.

For a conveyancing service you can trust, get in touch today to arrange your free, no-obligation consultation. One of our friendly team will get back to you.