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Middleton Junction

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About

Middleton Junction sits in the southwestern part of the Oldham borough, positioned where the town of Middleton meets Oldham's boundaries. The area is primarily defined by its residential streets, with a mix of traditional terraced housing and more modern developments. Its location places it near major transport routes, including the A669 and the Metrolink line, which connect it to Manchester and other parts of Greater Manchester. The local landscape includes the open green space of the Rochdale Canal towpath, which runs along its edge.

The area's identity is closely tied to its industrial past, visible in the remaining red-brick architecture and the presence of the canal, a former commercial artery. Daily life centers around local shops and services along the main roads, serving the immediate community. The sound of the Metrolink trams is a constant feature, marking the rhythm of commuter movement. This practical, unassuming district functions as a residential gateway between its neighbouring towns.

Area overview

On average Middleton Junction has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Middleton Junction is £51,364 per year. There are 4 schools in Middleton Junction: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Middleton Junction is home to around 5,994 people, with a population density of about 1,711.7 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
63
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Middleton Junction Population
5,994
Population density
1,711.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
20.52(-45%)
Vehicle crime
11.51(+92%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.18(-43%)
Public order
8.51(-16%)
Other theft
7.17(+9%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,119
85.36%
Bangladeshi
268
4.47%
Pakistani
172
2.87%
Other White
130
2.17%
Indian
48
0.8%
Total population: 5,997

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,604
32.04%
Level 3 (A level)
964
19.26%
No qualifications
805
16.08%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
658
13.14%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
484
9.67%
Total 16+ residents: 5,006

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,196
48.8%
Owns with a mortgage
969
39.53%
Private landlord or letting agency
191
7.79%
Other forms of private rent
46
1.88%
Other social rented
26
1.06%
Total households: 2,451

Property prices in Middleton Junction

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £255,000 in Middleton Junction area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,000 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Middleton Junction 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 Middleton Junction over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached35£245,000
Detached19£367,000
Flats1£70,000
Terraced12£176,750

10 years median price trend in Middleton Junction

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Middleton Junction.

All postcodes in Middleton Junction

OL99GN

Meadow Field Drive

M241QS

Horseshoe Lane

OL99SQ

Lindenwood

OL90RG

Cathedral Road

M241SJ

Moston Road

OL90RN

Wimborne Avenue

OL99TJ

Firwood Park

M241QR

Broadgate

OL99XD

Foxdenton Lane

OL99TW

Birchwood

OL99QT

Lyndhurst Avenue

OL99SG

Amberwood

OL99UH

Birchwood

OL90RD

Lynton Close

OL90NR

Cloughs Avenue

OL90LX

Ferneyfield Road

M241GQ

Grimshaw Lane

OL99GB

Gradient Close

M241RX

Greenside Way

OL90NS

Partridge Way

M241QW

Foxdenton Lane

OL99RH

Gordon Street

OL90NX

Saxon Drive

OL99GF

Bank Mill Close

OL98RS

Broadway

OL99GP

Chadderton South

OL99TR

Ashwood

OL99ST

Epping Close

OL99TS

Pinewood

M241SN

Greenside Way

OL99US

Poppy Close

M242TE

Violet Way

OL90QU

Rydal Avenue

OL99UU

Lowcroft Crescent

OL90RR

Cathedral Road

OL90RQ

Tavistock Drive

M242AY

Joshua Lane

OL12RQ

Chadderton Hall Road

OL99TT

Oakwood

OL90QD

Chadderton Park Road

OL12RJ

Chadderton Hall Road

M241SL

Moston Road

OL90RH

Winchester Avenue

OL99UQ

Yewtree Drive

OL90QT

Chadderton Park Road

OL99UR

Ferndown Avenue

OL99FQ

Fairfax Close

M242AZ

Joshua Lane

M242AA

Grimshaw Lane

OL90NW

Middleton Road

OL90QR

Chadderton Hall Road

OL99TQ

Silverwood

OL90RF

Dawlish Avenue

OL99UF

Ridgewood Avenue

OL99QR

Foxdenton Lane

OL99FW

Foxdenton Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.