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North Middleton

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About

North Middleton ward lies in the southern part of the Rochdale borough, characterised by a mix of residential housing and open green spaces. The area is primarily residential, with a variety of housing types from terraced homes to larger semi-detached properties. It is bordered by the River Beal to the west and includes local amenities such as shops and schools serving the community. The ward contains several parks and playing fields, providing recreational areas for residents.

A notable feature within the ward is the Healey Dell Nature Reserve, a wooded river valley with historic viaducts and walking trails. This green corridor offers a contrast to the built environment and is a significant local natural asset. The area maintains a distinct separation from the more urban centre of Rochdale, with a landscape that includes farmland on its eastern fringes. Transport links are provided by main roads connecting to surrounding towns.

Area overview

On average North Middleton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 179 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in North Middleton is £38,775 per year. There are 4 schools in North Middleton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). North Middleton is home to around 11,984 people, with a population density of about 2,397.4 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
179
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
18.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

North Middleton Population
11,984
Population density
2,397.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
61.67(+66%)
Anti-social behaviour
39.39(+112%)
Public order
28.29(+180%)
Criminal damage and arson
23.11(+158%)
Vehicle crime
18.69(+210%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,276
85.75%
African
509
4.25%
Other White
333
2.78%
Pakistani
138
1.15%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
104
0.87%
Total population: 11,984

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,244
23.54%
Level 4 qualifications or above
2,079
21.81%
Level 3 (A level)
1,678
17.6%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,533
16.08%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,078
11.31%
Total 16+ residents: 9,532

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,613
31.36%
Owns with a mortgage
1,574
30.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
850
16.52%
Social rents from council
532
10.34%
Other social rented
442
8.59%
Total households: 5,144

Property prices in North Middleton

Based on 128 recent sales, the median property price is £189,000 in North Middleton area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,000 up to £440,995.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for North Middleton 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 North Middleton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£300,000
Flats14£110,000
Semi-Detached60£246,000
Terraced47£170,000

10 years median price trend in North Middleton

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

All postcodes in North Middleton

M242PA

Boarshaw Lane

M242PH

Arnold Drive

M245DB

Towncroft Avenue

M242NG

Boarshaw Clough

M245DL

Springfield Road

M245UA

Mirfield Drive

M245UD

Durnford Street

M242HX

Thornley Street

M242LT

Jubilee Road

M242PZ

Brown Street

M245DP

Sepia Grove

M245WJ

Eskdale Drive

M246DQ

Spring Gardens

M242HD

Hanson Close

M242LP

Cheetham Avenue

M242NE

Green Lane

M242NZ

Ashbourne Avenue

M242RY

Stakehill Lane

M242WE

Green Lane

M245SG

Barleyfield Walk

M246DB

North Middleton

M242JP

Norman Street

M242NA

Dale Road

M242PD

Wordsworth Road

M242UH

Hanson Close

M242WF

Green Lane

M242WG

Browning Road

M245TX

Market Street

M242HZ

Hilton Fold Lane

M242JQ

Amy Street

M242YW

Preston Street

M245RD

Windermere Road

M245RQ

Winster Drive

M246AF

Market Place

M246UN

Long Street

M242LB

Oldham Road

M242PT

Rochdale Road

M242RZ

Stakehill Lane

M242TH

Glenwood Drive

M242YG

Greenbank Terrace

M242YJ

Clough Street

M242WB

Hazel Road

M242ZU

Dye Close

M246AG

Boarshaw Road

M246AQ

Boarshaw Road

M246AU

Brassey Street

M242ZB

North Middleton

M245TL

Cinnabar Drive

M242GF

Lulworth Road

M242NW

Chelford Close

M242PY

Church Street

M242ZQ

North Middleton

M245DA

Towncroft Avenue

M245DN

Mellalieu Street

M245RH

Coniston Drive

M246AP

Boarshaw Road

M246BJ

Fielding Street

M241AS

Townley Street

M242HR

Spring Vale

M242NX

Hayfield Close

M242RP

Touchet Hall Road

M245RS

Caldbeck Drive

M245SF

Throstle Hall Court

M246BE

West Street

M242ZA

Christine Gardens

M245SW

Higher Wood Street

M242SX

Hembury Close

M242YA

Little Green View

M242HY

Hulbert Street

M242JL

Norman Street

M242RQ

Bentley Avenue

M242JE

Green Street

M241AG

Old Hall Street

M242DB

Don Street

M242FL

Stakehill Industrial Estate

M242GG

Don Street

M242NF

Green Lane

M242PW

Boarshaw Crescent

M242RW

Stakehill Industrial Estate

M242YL

Stanycliffe Lane

M242ZS

North Middleton

M246DS

St Stephens Gardens

M242DW

Oldham Road

M242ZL

North Middleton

M245TR

Sadler Street

M246GB

Dixon Street

M242HP

Wolstenvale Close

M242PG

Chaucer Road

M242SL

Longmead Way

M242WT

Acresfield Road

M245TN

Rectory Street

M245TU

Milton Street

M242HB

Springvale Court

M242PU

Rochdale Road

M242RU

Stakehill Lane

M245RZ

Kirkstone Drive

M245TS

Durnford Street

M246BD

North Street

M246DU

Long Street

M241AU

Oldham Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.