Smallbridge & Firgrove is a residential ward in Rochdale, located to the northeast of the town center. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. Local amenities include small shops, takeaways, and a few community facilities such as schools and parks. The ward is bordered by the River Roch, which runs along its western edge.
Transport links in Smallbridge & Firgrove are served by several bus routes connecting the area to Rochdale town center and nearby neighborhoods. The ward has a mix of green spaces, including Smallbridge Recreation Ground, which provides leisure opportunities for residents. Industrial units and retail parks are situated on the outskirts, offering employment and shopping options. The area has a close-knit community feel, with local events often held at community centers or schools.
On average Smallbridge & Firgrove has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Smallbridge & Firgrove is £34,362 per year. There are 8 schools in Smallbridge & Firgrove: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in Smallbridge & Firgrove area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £410,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £320,000; semi-detached at £185,000; terraced at £133,000; flats at £89,000.
10 years price trend in Smallbridge & Firgrove
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The Cray
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Thimble Close
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Steps Meadow
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Hollowspell
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Braddocks Close
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Clayton Street
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Steps Meadow
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Prescott Street
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Albert Royds Street
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Heatley Road
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Hallcroft Gardens
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Wardle Edge
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Greengate Close
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Birch Hey Close
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Corn Mill Close
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Armstrong Hurst Close
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Carrington Close
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Belton Avenue
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Belfield Lane
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Firgrove Gardens
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Leigh Street
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Willows Lane
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Leyfield Road
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Oakhurst Close
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Louise Close
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Brook Hey Close
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Greengrove Bank
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Clegg Hall Road
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Bellshill Crescent
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Albert Royds Street
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Belfield Close
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Chadwick Street
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Field Road
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Laythe Barn Close
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Great Howarth
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Great Howarth
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Stonie Heyes Avenue
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Farm Walk
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Cross Street
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Heatley Road
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Rochdale Road
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The Cottons
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Louise Street
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Halifax Road
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Tarnside Close
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Dyehouse Lane
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Albert Royds Street
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Belfield Mill Lane
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Leyfield Road
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Albert Royds Street
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Buckley Lane
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Greencroft Way
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Maitland Close
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Noble Meadow
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Littleborough South & Smithy Bridge
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Rochdale Road
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.