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Saddleworth North

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About

Saddleworth North is a ward in the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham, covering the northern part of the Saddleworth area. It includes villages such as Delph, Denshaw, Diggle, and Dobcross, along with surrounding rural landscapes. The ward is known for its moorland and hills, including parts of the Pennine Way, offering scenic views and outdoor activities. The area retains a strong sense of community, with local events and traditions like the annual Saddleworth Morris dancing festivals.

The ward has a mix of residential areas, farmland, and small businesses, with a focus on preserving its rural character. Transport links include the A62 road, connecting it to Oldham and Huddersfield, while Diggle has a railway station on the Huddersfield Line. Saddleworth North has a lower population density compared to urban parts of Oldham, with a higher proportion of older residents. The area is home to several historic buildings, including St. Thomas' Church in Denshaw and the Dobcross Band and Social Club, reflecting its industrial and cultural heritage.

Area overview

On average Saddleworth North has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Saddleworth North is £49,297 per year. There are 6 schools in Saddleworth North: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Saddleworth North

Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Saddleworth North area, with individual transactions ranging from £121,500 up to £967,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Saddleworth North 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 Saddleworth North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£520,000
Flats7£215,000
Semi-Detached26£284,250
Terraced50£235,000

10 years median price trend in Saddleworth North

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

All postcodes in Saddleworth North

OL35LA

Brun Lane

OL35PR

Gloucester Drive

OL35QU

Ladcastle Road

OL35RG

Knarr Lane

OL35UW

Ammons Way

OL44RJ

Belmont Avenue

OL35AA

Platt Lane

OL35DH

New Delph, Dobcross & Austerlands

OL35EH

Midgrove Lane

OL35GR

Diggle, Delph & Denshaw

OL35LL

Harrop Court Road

OL35LJ

Harrop Green Lane

OL35QF

Diggle, Delph & Denshaw

OL43SA

Dirty Lane

OL36BY

Ryefields Drive

OL35RW

Hill Top Lane

OL35SU

Horest Lane

OL35LS

Boat Lane

OL35PB

High Street

OL35PW

Cornwall Crescent

OL35RN

Hill Top Lane

OL35SE

Lichfield Close

OL35SS

Oldham Road

OL36LP

Church Lane

OL44AQ

Huddersfield Road

OL44BJ

Knowsley Avenue

OL44RY

Tottington Avenue

OL44SF

Link Road

OL35AD

Crib Lane

OL35TJ

Slack Lane

OL35BH

Broadgate

OL35BW

Shutt Lane

OL35ER

Midgrove Lane

OL35HQ

Friarmere Road

OL35JG

New Delph, Dobcross & Austerlands

OL35JS

Baker's Lane

OL35QY

Mount Lane

OL35QQ

Huddersfield Road

OL35SD

Huddersfield Road

OL35UP

Ammons Way

OL43RE

Hill Top Lane

OL44AZ

Heywood Avenue

OL44BG

Huddersfield Road

OL35BP

New Delph, Dobcross & Austerlands

OL35HA

Diggle, Delph & Denshaw

OL35HS

Bleak Hey Nook Lane

OL35LR

Harrop Court Road

OL35NL

Sugar Lane

OL35QJ

Long Lane

OL35QX

Streethouse Lane

OL35RS

Little Moor Lane

OL36DA

Den Lane

OL43SE

Brighton Road

Data Sources

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