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Balderstone & Kirkholt

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About

Balderstone & Kirkholt is a residential area located in the eastern part of Rochdale, Greater Manchester. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. Kirkholt, once a separate village, has been integrated into Rochdale but retains its own distinct identity. The area is served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centers, catering to everyday needs.

Green spaces like Balderstone Park provide recreational opportunities, with walking paths and playgrounds. The area has good transport links, with bus routes connecting it to Rochdale town center and nearby areas. While historically an industrial area, Kirkholt has evolved into a quieter residential community. The presence of local schools and community initiatives reflects its focus on family life and neighborhood cohesion.

Area overview

On average Balderstone & Kirkholt has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 32.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Balderstone & Kirkholt is £38,700 per year. There are 4 schools in Balderstone & Kirkholt: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
32.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Balderstone & Kirkholt Population
10,402
Population density
2,232.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,254
69.74%
Pakistani
1,071
10.3%
Other White
614
5.9%
African
513
4.93%
Other Asian
144
1.38%
Total population: 10,401

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,256
30.35%
Social rents from council
1,150
27.79%
Owns outright
837
20.23%
Private landlord or letting agency
437
10.56%
Other social rented
351
8.48%
Total households: 4,138

Property prices in Balderstone & Kirkholt

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Balderstone & Kirkholt area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,000 up to £534,600.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Balderstone & Kirkholt in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Balderstone & Kirkholt over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£318,000
Flats4£111,500
Semi-Detached48£190,000
Terraced16£152,500

10 years median price trend in Balderstone & Kirkholt

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Balderstone & Kirkholt.

All postcodes in Balderstone & Kirkholt

OL112AY

Constable Drive

OL112JB

Tavistock Road

OL112LE

Dicken Green

OL112LP

Hartley Lane

OL112LS

Platting Lane

OL164PB

Cleveleys Avenue

OL164RF

Holly Street

OL164SQ

Cliftonville Road

OL164SY

Dig Gate Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.