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Greenfield & Uppermill

About

Greenfield & Uppermill are neighbouring villages in Oldham, situated in the picturesque Saddleworth area. The villages are surrounded by moorland and hills, offering access to outdoor activities like hiking and cycling. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal runs through Uppermill, adding to the area's scenic appeal. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to both residents and visitors.

The area has strong transport links, with Greenfield railway station providing direct services to Manchester and Huddersfield. Uppermill is known for its community events, including the annual Saddleworth Folk Festival. Both villages have a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern housing, appealing to families and commuters. The nearby Dovestone Reservoir is a popular spot for walking and wildlife spotting.

Area overview

On average Greenfield & Uppermill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels. Approximately 7.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Greenfield & Uppermill is £46,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Greenfield & Uppermill: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Greenfield & Uppermill Population

6,000

Population density

218 per km²

Demographics

British

5,693

94.9%

Other White

1.08%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.73%

Irish

0.63%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.63%

Total population: 5,999

Housing

Owns outright

1,233

47.01%

Owns with a mortgage

824

31.41%

Private landlord or letting agency

289

11.02%

Other social rented

143

5.45%

Social rents from council

3.7%

Total households: 2,623

Property prices in Greenfield & Uppermill

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 in Greenfield & Uppermill area, with individual transactions ranging from £135,000 up to £1,020,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Greenfield & Uppermill over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	22	£543,750	£410,500	£477,500	£633,750	£772,975
Flats	13	£185,000	£144,000	£170,000	£225,000	£304,400
Semi-Detached	27	£360,000	£219,995	£268,750	£417,500	£528,497
Terraced	21	£280,000	£222,109	£250,000	£315,000	£555,000

10 years median price trend in Greenfield & Uppermill

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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