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North Middleton

About

North Middleton ward is located in the northeastern part of Rochdale, Greater Manchester. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is bordered by Heywood to the north and the River Beal runs along its eastern edge. The ward includes parts of Bowlee and Langley, with local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks serving the community.

Transport links in North Middleton include bus routes connecting it to Rochdale town centre and nearby areas like Heywood and Manchester. The ward has green spaces like Bowlee Park and Langley Park, providing recreational areas for residents. Industrial estates on the outskirts contribute to local employment opportunities. The area has a close-knit community feel, with local events and facilities supporting daily life.

Area overview

On average North Middleton has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 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 of residents in North Middleton is £36,689 per year. There are 4 schools in North Middleton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

North Middleton Population

11,984

Population density

2,397.4 per km²

Demographics

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

Housing

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 125 recent sales, the median property price is £180,000 in North Middleton area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £345,000.

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 North Middleton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£280,000	£217,500	£247,500	£311,250	£338,250
Flats	16	£110,000	£76,500	£89,000	£120,000	£138,000
Semi-Detached	55	£227,000	£161,400	£189,000	£256,500	£325,150
Terraced	50	£170,000	£132,250	£156,000	£182,875	£224,100

10 years median price trend in North Middleton

All postcodes in North Middleton

M242GB

Soudan Street

M242NQ

Clough Road

M242NT

Shelley Avenue

M242PB

Stanycliffe Lane

M242QA

Christine Gardens

M242QH

Lulworth Road

M242TL

Glenwood Drive

M242WL

Brookes Street

M242WW

Aylesbury Grove

M242ZG

Middleton East

M245DD

Kinder Way

M245DF

Cleworth Road

M245UB

Emerson Drive

M246AZ

Lord Street

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