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Saddleworth North

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About

Saddleworth North ward encompasses a largely rural landscape within the Oldham borough, characterised by expansive moorland, scattered farms, and the steep valleys of the Pennine hills. The area includes the distinct villages of Delph, Denshaw, and Dobcross, each with its own historical core of stone-built architecture. The topography is defined by the upper reaches of the River Tame and its tributaries, which have shaped the settlement patterns over centuries.

The ward is traversed by the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, a significant historical transport route that includes the notable Standedge Tunnel. This industrial heritage contrasts with the open access moorland, which provides extensive walking routes like those around Castleshaw. The local economy has traditional roots in textile production and agriculture, with community life often centred around village events and institutions.

Area overview

On average Saddleworth North has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 5.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Saddleworth North is £54,127 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
10/10
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 107 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Saddleworth North area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £830,000.

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
Detached32£525,000
Flats7£215,000
Semi-Detached23£270,000
Terraced45£230,000

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

OL35JY

Kiln Green

OL35LA

Diglea

OL35QU

Mowhalls Lane

OL35RG

Knarr Cottages

OL35UW

Palin Wood Road

OL44RJ

Rivington Road

OL35BY

Delph New Road

OL35HF

Friarmere Road

OL35PR

Gloucester Drive

OL35AA

The Square

OL35DH

King Street

OL35EH

Midgrove Lane

OL35GR

Saddleworth North

OL35LJ

Ainsbrook Terrace

OL35QF

Moorland Avenue

OL35LL

Harrop Court Road

OL43SA

Thorpe Lane

OL35LS

Diggle Edge

OL35PB

Wool Road

OL35RN

Grains Road

OL35SU

Horest Lane

OL36BY

Ryefields Drive

OL44BJ

Knowsley

OL44RY

Tottington Avenue

OL35PW

Cornwall Crescent

OL35SE

Rochdale Road

OL35SS

Oldham Road

OL44AQ

Huddersfield Road

OL44SF

Link Road

OL35AD

Platt Lane

OL35BW

Wallhill Road

OL35JS

Running Hill Lane

OL35QQ

Lark Hill Lane

OL35QY

Wharmton Cottages

OL35TJ

Slack Lane

OL43RE

Hill Top Lane

OL44AZ

Heywood Avenue

OL44BG

Lower Turf Lane

OL35BH

Wallhill Road

OL35ER

Midgrove Lane

OL35HQ

Springwood Estate

OL35JG

Millgate

OL35SD

Huddersfield Road

OL35UP

Delph Lane

OL35BP

Saddleworth North

OL35NL

Sugar Lane

OL35QX

Streethouse Lane

OL35RS

Littlemoor Lane

OL36DA

High Street

OL35HA

Denshaw Road

OL35HS

Bleak Hey Nook Lane

OL35LR

Ridge Lane

OL35QJ

Edge End

OL43SE

Brighton Road

Data Sources

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