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Springhead & Grasscroft

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About

Springhead & Grasscroft is a residential area located in the eastern part of Oldham, near the border with Saddleworth. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and larger detached houses. Green spaces like Scouthead Recreation Ground provide outdoor leisure opportunities, while local schools and community facilities cater to families. The nearby A62 road offers connections to Oldham town centre and Huddersfield.

The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with local shops and pubs serving the community. The surrounding countryside, including the Pennine hills, is easily accessible, offering walking and cycling routes. Public transport links include bus services to Oldham and Manchester, making it a practical location for commuters. Springhead & Grasscroft balances residential convenience with proximity to rural landscapes.

Area overview

On average Springhead & Grasscroft has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels. Approximately 7.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Springhead & Grasscroft is £46,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Springhead & Grasscroft: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
7.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Springhead & Grasscroft Population
6,064
Population density
2,206.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,722
94.39%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
52
0.86%
Pakistani
50
0.82%
Other White
45
0.74%
Irish
33
0.54%
Total population: 6,062

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,129
42.96%
Owns with a mortgage
923
35.12%
Private landlord or letting agency
294
11.19%
Other social rented
165
6.28%
Social rents from council
71
2.7%
Total households: 2,628

Property prices in Springhead & Grasscroft

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Springhead & Grasscroft area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £790,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Springhead & Grasscroft 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 Springhead & Grasscroft over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached20£467,500
Flats7£180,000
Semi-Detached26£286,250
Terraced22£170,000

10 years median price trend in Springhead & Grasscroft

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Springhead & Grasscroft.

All postcodes in Springhead & Grasscroft

OL44DG

Oldham Road

OL44JZ

Springhead & Grasscroft

OL44QW

Clegg Street

OL45JH

Coverhill Road

OL45SJ

Hood Square

OL44BN

Knowsley Drive

OL44NR

Den Hill Drive

OL44PE

Ashes Lane

OL45TB

Co-Operative Street

OL44DN

Oldham Road

OL44JD

Oldham Road

OL44RX

Cooper Street

OL45SA

Ashbrook Road

OL45UA

Dell Close

OL44HP

Sharon Avenue

OL44LD

Ashlea Grove

OL44LQ

Mildred Avenue

OL44QX

Cooper Street

OL45RZ

Kilnbrook Close

OL45TP

High Street

OL45UB

Ashmond Road

OL45QN

Greenview Chase

OL44BL

Cooper Street

OL45QY

Station Lane

OL45RB

Marsham Close

OL45SQ

Middleway

OL44BD

Brownhill Drive

OL44EW

Clough Lane

OL44LL

Elm Grove

OL44PQ

Station Street

OL44QU

Cooper Street

OL45TG

John Booth Street

OL45QW

Chimes Court

OL45RQ

Grotton Meadows

OL44DL

Platting Road

OL44DW

Oldham Road

OL44ES

The Park

OL44JF

Oldham Road

OL44QQ

Stanley Street

OL45SF

Hillside Avenue

OL45SH

Middleway

OL44BW

Knowsley Drive

OL44HA

Mossley Road

OL44JN

Coverhill Road

OL44PB

Bracken Close

OL44PH

High Street

OL44PN

Springhead & Grasscroft

OL45RA

Langley Avenue

OL45TJ

Springhead & Grasscroft

OL45TQ

Atherton Street

OL45TY

Hirons Lane

OL50RL

Strawberry Lane

OL44JS

Oldham Road

OL44RJ

Belmont Avenue

OL45QZ

Lane Brow

OL45RF

Coverhill Road

OL44DT

Haven Close

OL44HZ

Lees Road

OL45RH

Station Lane

OL44AQ

Huddersfield Road

OL44BJ

Knowsley Avenue

OL44HY

Oldham Road

OL44LN

Brooklands Drive

OL44PL

Jackson Street

OL44TZ

Jackson Street

OL45SY

Wroe Street

OL45TA

High Street

OL45TD

Atherton Street

OL44BG

Huddersfield Road

OL44DR

Beech Hill Road

OL44JE

Oldham Road

OL44JP

Platting Road

OL44PR

Ivygreen Drive

OL45SZ

Hirons Lane

OL44QA

Hollins Street

Data Sources

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