What kind of home is 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ?

15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ is a mid-terrace house.

When did 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ last change hands?

15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ last sold for £108,000 in October 2023, around 3 years ago. Land Registry has 3 sales on record going back to £60,000 in April 2008. Source: HM Land Registry.

Has 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ appreciated in value?

Across 3 sales between April 2008 and October 2023, 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ rose from £60,000 to £108,000, a change of £48,000. That works out to roughly +3.9% per year compounded over 16 years. Source: HM Land Registry.

What energy rating does 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ have?

The current EPC rating for 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ is C with a score of 69 out of 100, lodged in September 2022. It has improved from a D recorded in July 2011. The assessor estimates the property could reach a B. Source: EPC Register.

How big is 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ?

15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ has a recorded floor area of 68 m² (732 sq ft). Source: EPC Register.

What heating system does 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ use?

The latest EPC at 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ records mains gas as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What is the council tax band for 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ?

15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ is in council tax band A. That sits at the lower end of the A-H ladder, typically reflecting smaller floor areas or lower 1991 valuations.

Which area is 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ in?

15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ sits in Oldham. It falls within the OL8 postcode district.

Is 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ in a safe area?

Police records around 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ show an average of 2 reported crimes per month over the last 8 months. Violent crime makes up roughly 64% of reports, the most common category. The overall trend is broadly stable. Source: Police UK.

What schools are near 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ?

The closest primary school to 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ is St Margaret's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School (379m), one of 36 primaries within walking distance. The closest secondary is Oasis Academy Oldham (598m), with 9 secondaries in the surrounding area.

What is the nearest station to 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ?

The closest bus stop to 15 Argus Street, OL8 3RJ is Hollins Road, 118m away. In total there are 30 bus stops within the surrounding area.

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15 Argus Street, Oldham, OL8 3RJ

3 sales on record

Property type

Mid terrace

Habitable rooms

From EPC

Floor area

68 m²

732 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 69

Council tax

Band A

Tenure

Private Rental

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Overview

About 15 Argus Street

A plain-English summary derived from public records, EPC certificates, sold prices and local data.

15 Argus Street is a mid-terrace house in Oldham (OL8 3RJ). It has a recorded floor area of 68 m² (around 732 sq ft), construction records dating it to before 1900 and council tax band A. The latest certificate (September 2022) shows a C (score 69), just inside the C band. When first surveyed in July 2011 the rating was D, the property has climbed 1 band since. Between certificates, roof efficiency went from Average to Good and lighting went from Very Poor to Good. The recommended improvements would push it to B (score 88).

Across 2008–2023, sale prices on this property compounded at 3.9% per year. Today's modelled estimate of £127,000 is 17.6% above the 2023 sale price. On a £-per-square-foot basis, the last sale (£148/sq ft) was about 63.3% above the typical sold price in the postcode. Most recent transfer: October 2023 at £108,000.

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Energy

Energy performance

Every EPC certificate filed against this property — current rating, recorded improvements, and where there's headroom to reach a higher band.

Current Certificate(1 of 2)

Sept 2022

EPC Rating

C69

Main Heating

Gas

Main Fuel

Gas

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Average

CO2 Emissions

2.8 t/year

Occupancy

Rented

Certificate validity

Valid until 22 September 2032

6 years remaining

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

Sept 2022from Jul 2011

EPC improved fromD63toC69

Roof Insulation

InsulatedWell Insulated

Loft insulation upgraded to recommended levels

Low Energy Lighting

0%67%

More low energy lighting installed

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Victorian-eraMid-Terrace HouseEPC CPre-1919 buildSolid (non-cavity) walls

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 15 Argus Street, Oldham, OL8 3RJ, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

15 Argus Street has no planning applications on record.

But the area is active

5 notable applications nearby — larger schemes and conversions that could reshape the street. The report maps them all.

Price

Sales history & valuation

Recorded transactions, our model's current estimate, and a quick read on what neighbouring properties have sold for.

15 Argus Street valuation sits well clear of the typical sold price in this postcode.

Current estimate

£127,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables and a sale-price growth of 3.9% per year over 16 years.

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Last sold (2023)

£108,000

Growth on file: 3.9% per year over 16 years.

Sales timeline

23 October 2023Most recent
£108,000
+100.0%over 11 years
6 February 2012
£54,000
-10.0%over 3 years
10 April 2008
£60,000

Median price across the last 5 sales in OL8 3RJ: £110,000 (2026–2025).

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Versus other Argus Street homes

Four headline reads against 44 similar houses on this street, drawn from the latest EPC and Land Registry data.

Price per m²

£1,588

Street avg £1,440

Above

Floor Area

68 m²

Street avg 70 m²

On par

Habitable Rooms

4 rooms

Street avg 4 rooms

Above

CO₂ Emissions

2.8 t/year

Street avg 3.3 t/year

On par

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Comparables

Similar properties nearby

A handful of close matches in the same postcode area, ranked by likeness on bedrooms, type and floor area.

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Area

The neighbourhood at a glance

A condensed read of the local area. Each tile links through to the full breakdown on the Oldham district page.

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Crime

2/mo

Steady year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.1 km

Hollins Road — bus stop.

Closest school

0.4 km

St Margaret's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School. 45 schools nearby.

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A Local Area report breaks down crime, transport links, schools and air quality in depth.

Noise

Road noise across the postcode

Modelled day and night-time noise levels around OL8 3RJ from Defra's strategic mapping. The pin marks this postcode's centroid.

Daytime· 07:00 – 23:00

56.9dB

Moderate

Night-time road noise heatmap for OL8 3RJ

Night-time· 23:00 – 07:00

47.8dB

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55 dB

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FAQ

Common questions

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