Oldham
Bangladeshi marriage in Oldham
Oldham in numbers
Oldham had 59,031 Muslim residents at the 2021 Census, 24% of everyone living there. That is about 3.8 times the England and Wales average of 6.5%.
The Census also counted 21,754 residents of Bangladeshi heritage in Oldham (9.0% of residents), about 8.3 times the England and Wales average of 1.1%. Of the 96 council areas we cover in England and Wales, it ranks 3rd for this group. This is the Census ethnic group, which counts people of all faiths, though most British Bangladeshis are Muslim.
59,031
Muslim residents
24%
of Oldham
21,754
of Bangladeshi heritage
3
mosques listed below
Source: ONS Census 2021 (tables TS030 religion, TS021 ethnic group and TS012 country of birth), usual residents.
Muslim life in Oldham
Oldham is home to a large Bangladeshi and Pakistani Muslim community. Most Muslim families live in a handful of neighbourhoods, each with its own mosques and community centres. Oldham's Islamic schools and community centres serve as hubs for education and cultural life.
Mosques in Oldham
- Oldham Central Mosque
- Jami Masjid Bilal
- Madina Masjid Oldham
Areas with large Muslim communities
Bangladeshi marriage in the UK
Bangladeshi migration to Britain has roots in the Sylheti community of north-eastern Bangladesh, with large numbers arriving from the 1970s onward. Many initially worked in the restaurant and garment industries. Tower Hamlets in East London became the heart of the British Bangladeshi community, while sizeable populations also grew in Birmingham, Oldham, and Luton.
Bangladeshi marriage customs in the UK often include the Paka Dekha (formal meeting), exchange of gifts, the Gaye Holud (turmeric ceremony), the Nikah, and the Bou Bhaat (wedding feast hosted by the groom's family). British Bangladeshi families tend to be closely involved in the matchmaking process, with compatibility in religious practice, family background, and regional origin being important considerations.
Languages often spoken at home: English, Bengali, Sylheti.
How it works in Oldham
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- Step 2
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- Step 3
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Questions about Bangladeshi marriage in Oldham
How many Bangladeshi Muslims live in Oldham?
The 2021 Census counted 21,754 residents of Bangladeshi heritage in Oldham, 9.0% of residents. This is the Census ethnic group, which counts people of all faiths, though most British Bangladeshis are Muslim. The same Census recorded 59,031 Muslims in the area.
Is UK Muslim Marriage free for Bangladeshi Muslim singles in Oldham?
Joining is free and you can browse, like and chat with matches without paying. Optional Silver, Gold and Diamond memberships start at 99p a week and give you more likes, compliments and profile boosts. Memberships renew until you cancel, and you can cancel any time in the app.
How are profiles checked?
Our team reviews every new profile and photo before other members can see it. Members can also upload a UK photo ID and a selfie, which we check by hand, to get a Verified badge. You can report or block anyone from their profile or your chat.
Can my wali or parents be involved?
Yes. You can invite your wali, a parent or another guardian from the app. If you choose, they get an email copy of each message you send, so Bangladeshi Muslim families can stay involved from the first conversation.
Bangladeshi marriage in other cities
See also Muslim marriage in Oldham and Bangladeshi marriage across the UK.
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