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Saddleworth West & Lees

About

Saddleworth West & Lees is a ward in the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham, located in Greater Manchester. The area includes the villages of Lees, Grasscroft, and parts of Grotton and Springhead, blending rural and suburban landscapes. It sits near the Pennine foothills, offering scenic views and open spaces, while remaining well-connected to Oldham town centre and Manchester via road and rail links.

The ward features a mix of residential areas, local businesses, and community facilities, including schools, parks, and sports clubs. The historic Lees village and the surrounding countryside provide walking trails and outdoor activities. Saddleworth West & Lees maintains a strong sense of community, with events and groups fostering local engagement. Its location balances accessibility to urban amenities with the quieter appeal of semi-rural living.

Area overview

On average Saddleworth West & Lees has moderate deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 9.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Saddleworth West & Lees is £40,742 per year. There are 6 schools in Saddleworth West & Lees: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Saddleworth West & Lees

Based on 158 recent sales, the median property price is £213,000 in Saddleworth West & Lees area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £720,000.

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 Saddleworth West & Lees over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	27	£382,500	£249,300	£287,500	£440,000	£584,000
Flats	9	£148,000	£111,000	£144,950	£150,000	£237,000
Semi-Detached	53	£253,000	£173,800	£212,000	£295,000	£404,600
Terraced	69	£170,000	£120,000	£150,500	£200,000	£244,000

10 years median price trend in Saddleworth West & Lees

All postcodes in Saddleworth West & Lees

OL45TD

Atherton Street

OL43FN

Bradley Fold

OL43ND

Stamford Road

OL43NP

Lower Crossbank

OL44PR

Ivygreen Drive

OL45DL

Hartshead Street

OL45RX

Alderwood Fold

OL45SZ

Hirons Lane

OL43NF

Dixon Street

OL44NG

Lees & Hey

OL44QA

Hollins Street

OL44SW

Dovecote Lane

OL45BB

Kenny Close

OL45BQ

Leesway

OL45BS

Sunny Bank

OL45RS

Knowls Lane

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