1. North District

Crompton, Royton North, Royton South, and Shaw

The four wards, which are included in the North District of Oldham, are highlighted here along with the elected councillors who represent them.

Councillors and ward surgeries

Find out who your local Councillors are:

Councillors hold regular ward surgeries where you can discuss any issues in your neighbourhood.

Are you facing hardship or distress?

The AV Davies charity provides financial support and assistance to residents living in the Shaw and Crompton areas, or organisations helping residents living in these areas. Help is usually provided through the purchase of goods or services for a specific purpose:

AV Davies Charity application form

 

Help near you

Oldham Council, together with its partners, is delivering more services locally as part of its drive to better meet residents’ needs.

Citizens Advice Oldham

Provides advocacy services and advice on housing, homelessness, and money management:

TOG MIND (Tameside, Oldham & Glossop)

Offers mental health support and advice services, providing early intervention and primary care. TOG MIND empowers individuals and communities to live well:

Family Hubs

Family Hubs are one-stop shops where you can access all the help and support you need to ensure your child is healthy, safe, and well cared for. From maternity appointments and health visitor contacts to stay-and-play sessions and breastfeeding support, you can access face-to-face help in our Family Hubs across Oldham:

Libraries across Oldham’s five districts also offer essential services to meet the specific needs of local residents, whether you’re seeking support with money management, mental health, or housing.

Advice and support near you

Advice and support drop-ins

Advice & Support Drop-ins – Weekly Tabs

ActivityDescriptionLocationTime
TOG MIND Appointment only TOG Mind mental health support for individuals aged 18+ dealing with anxiety and isolation. Royton Town Hall Rochdale Rd Royton OL2 6QG 9.30am – 5pm
Mahdlo – Meet and Mingle Lunch from 12pm In association with Chatty Café. For all ages: activities, social contact, and support. Mahdlo Egerton Street Oldham OL1 3SE 10am – 1pm
Older Together Friendship Club (Age UK) Welcoming space for older people to chat, share experiences and join fun, engaging activities. Downey House, St Paul’s, Church Road Royton OL2 5JS 11am – 2pm
Welcome Centre – St Aidan & Oswald's R.C. Church Hot meals, food parcels, personal care items, and clothing for people in need. St Aidan & Oswald RC Church Vaughan Street Royton OL2 5DL 10.30am – 12 noon
Andy’s Man Club Men’s mental health charity offering free weekly support groups for men 18+—a safe space to talk. Oldham Event Centre Off Hilbre Avenue Royton OL2 5BL From 7pm
Salvation Army Shaw Food bank available to residents. Salvation Army Church Farrow St E Shaw OL2 8QY 11am – 1pm
Bring Me Sunshine Music, crafts & fun for ages 40–94. Entry £1–£3. Tandle View Court Rochdale Road Royton OL2 5QT 1pm – 4:30pm
Knit and Natter Friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat. Royton Library Rochdale Road Royton OL2 6QJ 10am – 12 noon
Knit and Natter Friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat. Crompton Library 7 Farrow Street Shaw OL2 8QY 10am – 12 noon
Baby Bistro Infant feeding support hosted by Home Start. Shaw and Crompton Family Hub High Street Shaw OL2 8RF 9:30am – 11:30am
REAL Group Support for parents with children's development (age 2). Shaw Family Hub High Street Shaw OL2 8RF 1pm – 2pm
Oldham Youth Service Meet new friends and get involved in a variety of activities. Royton Town Hall Rochdale Rd Royton OL2 6QG TBC
Community Impact (FCHO) FCHO Community Impact Team support for tenants needing help & advice with finances and more. First Choice Homes Oldham 22 Union Street Oldham OL1 1BE 1pm – 4pm

Your District Team

Your District Team works at district level to improve the neighbourhoods they serve.

The team is led by a District Co-ordinator who works with a wide range of services and organisations to meet the unique needs of the District.

Contact

Your District Co-ordinator is Place Team North