Oldham's Five Districts

4. East District

Saddleworth North, Saddleworth South, Saddleworth West and Lees, St James' and Waterhead

The five wards, which are included in the East 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.

Help near you

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

Citizens Advice Oldham

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

TOG MIND (Tameside, Oldham and Glossop)

Mental health support and advice service providing early intervention and primary care; alongside empowering individuals and our communities to live well:

Best Start Family Hubs

Best Start Family Hubs are support centres that bring different services together in one place for families with children aged 0–19, or up to 25 for those with additional needs. Each Best Start Family Hub is a 'one-stop shop’ where you can find guidance from the Integrated Children and Families Service to keep your child healthy, safe, and looked after.  

We’re here to help you and your family in our seven Best Start Family Hubs and wherever you need us, including in community spaces throughout Oldham and in your home. Our services are designed to give your children the best start in life, and you can access support, activities, and events in our Best Start Family Hubs throughout your children’s lives.  

The East District's Best Start Family Hub is Best Start Family Hub — Spring Meadows, which is in Littlemoor. For more information, click here.

Libraries and centres in the five districts of Oldham will offer essential services and address the specific needs of local residents, whether they are facing challenges with money management, mental health, or housing.

Advice and support near you

Advice and support drop-ins

ActivityDescriptionLocationTime
Citizens Advice – Drop-in Help with legal matters, financial issues, work issues, housing and more. Lees Library 9 Thomas Street Lees OL4 5DA 9.30am – 12 noon
Citizens Advice – Appointments Booked appointments for advice and support. Lees Library 9 Thomas Street Lees OL4 5DA 1.30pm – 3.30pm