The alleyway sits adjacent to Hollins Road and behind at least 30 properties on Lynton Avenue and Chapel Street in Oldham. The route has been concealed by gates for at least eight years which residents say has made a notable difference in deterring criminal activity. "The gates stopped all that overnight - they're like a second defence - and kids can play there safely now." The gates close off a large alleyway behind more than 30 homes (Image: NQ)"Fly-tipping is going to get worse, urinating is going to get worse, kids smoking weed, vandalism. If you have a story, I cover all things Oldham from food reviews and local business news to music and events, pubs, education, crime, property, health, community concerns and much more.
