How many children experience neglect?
Oldham local statistics/picture:
- High levels of child poverty, deprivation, the pandemic and cost of living crisis have disproportionate impact on children, young people and families in Oldham.
- 268 out of 307 LAs in England for overall Health Index score.
- 6th highest rate of child poverty in England: a major determinant of physical and emotional health in later life.
- 19th most deprived LA in England. Five of our local areas are ranked amongst the top 1% most deprived areas in the UK. These areas also our most diverse populations.
- 4th highest rate of infant mortality in England. Most deprived areas in the UK have 3x more deaths than non-deprived areas.
National statistics on neglect
Our Neglect Strategy
Neglect in childhood can have profound and lasting effects on wellbeing, development and lifelong outcomes. Recognising this, Oldham Safeguarding Children Partnership has reaffirmed neglect as key partnership priority, with a commitment to ensuring children and families receive clear, consistent, and robust support at the earliest opportunity. Our ambition is to strike the right balance between early, effective help and child-centred intervention and protection where needed, while also playing our part in narrowing the gap for children living in poverty.
Over the past year, we have made encouraging progress, however, we recognise there is still more to do. Our refreshed is available here - Oldham's Neglect Strategy 2025 - 2030.pdf