Area Info for Saddleworth (Greater Manchester)

Saddleworth (Greater Manchester, UK)

Saddleworth is a civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester, England. It is known for its picturesque villages, rich history, and scenic landscapes. The area is characterised by its rural charm, with traditional stone-built cottages, historic churches, and a number of walking and hiking routes that attract visitors and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Geography and Landscape

Saddleworth is situated on the eastern edge of Greater Manchester, bordering West Yorkshire. The landscape is predominantly hilly and includes parts of the Pennines, offering stunning views and outdoor recreational opportunities. The area includes several villages such as Uppermill, Diggle, Delph, and Greenfield, each with its own unique character.

History

Historically, Saddleworth was part of the West Riding of Yorkshire before administrative boundaries changed in the 20th century. The region has a history rooted in agriculture, textile manufacturing, and quarrying. Its historic sites include old churches, mills, and traditional pubs that reflect its industrial past and rural heritage.

Community and Culture

Saddleworth hosts various community events and festivals throughout the year, celebrating its local traditions and cultural heritage. The Saddleworth Parish Council plays an active role in local governance and community development. The area also benefits from a vibrant arts scene, with local galleries, performances, and craft fairs.

Transport

Transport links include road connections via the A62 and other local roads, providing access to Manchester and surrounding areas. Public transport options include bus services, and the nearest railway stations are in nearby towns such as Greenfield and Oldham.

Tourism and Attractions

Popular attractions include the Saddleworth Museum, which showcases local history, and the scenic walking trails such as the Pennine Way. The area is also known for its traditional pubs, local shops, and annual events like the Saddleworth Whit Friday Band Contest, which draws visitors from across the region.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Education
School
Saddleworth School0.00 miles
High Street, Uppermill, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL3 6BU
St Chad's Church of England Primary School0.22 miles
Rhodes Avenue, Uppermill, Oldham, Lancashire, OL3 6EE
Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School0.68 miles
Delph New Road, Dobcross, Oldham, Lancashire, OL3 5BP
Greenfield Primary School1.00 miles
Shaw Street, Greenfield, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL3 7AA
Diggle School1.23 miles
Sam Road, Diggle, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL3 5PU
Greenfield St Mary's CofE School1.38 miles
Manchester Road, Greenfield, Oldham, Lancashire, OL3 7DW
Delph Primary School1.48 miles
Denshaw Road, Delph, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL3 5HN
Friezland Primary School1.62 miles
Church Road, Greenfield, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL3 7LN
St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School1.70 miles
Cedar Lane, Grasscroft, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 4DS
Bright Futures School1.72 miles
164 Oldham Road, Grasscroft, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 4DW
Knowsley Junior School2.21 miles
Stoneleigh Road, Springhead, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 4BH
Mossley Hollins High School2.45 miles
Huddersfield Road, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL5 9DP
Springhead Infant and Nursery School2.45 miles
Cooper Street, Springhead, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 4QT
Milton St John's CofE Primary School2.66 miles
Mill Lane, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL5 0BN
Micklehurst All Saints CofE Primary School2.73 miles
The Rowans, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL5 9DR
St Agnes CofE Primary School2.77 miles
Knolls Lane, Lees, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 5RU
Health
Clinic
Saddleworth Physiotherapy Clinic0.44 miles
18 High Street, Uppermill, Oldham, Lancashire, OL3 6HX
Mossley Clinic2.93 miles
Market Street, Mossley, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL5 0HE
Scrivens Hearing Care At Pennine Medical Centre - Mossley2.96 miles
193 Manchester Road, Mossley, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL5 9AJ
Lees Medical Practice3.04 miles
Athens Way, Lees, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 3BP
Pennine Musculoskeletal Partnership (Icats)3.84 miles
Hopwood House, Lees Road, Oldham, OL4 1JN
Mediscan - Glodwick Primary Care Centre3.89 miles
137 Glodwick Road, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 1YN
Jarvis Medical Practice3.89 miles
137 Glodwick Road, Glodwick, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 1YN
Glodwick Primary Care Centre3.89 miles
137 Glodwick Road, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 1YN
Scrivens Opticians And Hearing Care - Shaw4.06 miles
63 Market Street, Shaw, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 8NP
Southlink Block 44.09 miles
Oldham,, OL4 1DE
The Link Centre4.28 miles
Oldham,, OL1 1DZ
Ablecare - Shaw4.37 miles
Able House, Duchess Street, Shaw, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 7UT
Healthy Minds Oldham4.38 miles
Healthy Minds Oldham, 111 Union Street, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 1RU
Oldham Library Gallery4.44 miles
The Cultural Quarter, Greaves Street, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 1AL
Brook Pennine (Oldham)4.44 miles
99-101 Union Street, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 1QH
Dr Kershaws Hospice (Outreach)4.56 miles
Turf Lane, Royton, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 6EU
GP
Saddleworth Medical Practice - Uppermill Main Site0.26 miles
Saddleworth Medical Practice, Smithy Lane, Uppermill, Oldham, OL3 6AH
Pennine Medical Centre - Greenfield1.14 miles
Pennine Medical Centre, 6-8 Chew Vale, Greenfield, Saddleworth, OL3 7EQ
Saddleworth Medical Practice - Delph Branch1.39 miles
Garside Street Clinic, Delph, Oldham, OL3 5DW
The Pike Practice2.93 miles
Mossley Health Centre, Market Place, Mossley, Lancashire, OL5 0HE
Pennine Medical Centre - Mossley2.96 miles
Pennine Medical Centre, 193 Manchester Road, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL5 9AJ
Leesbrook Surgery2.98 miles
Leesbrook Surgery, Mellor Street, Lees, Oldham, OL4 3DG
Mossley Medical Practice3.04 miles
Dr Greenhough & Partner, 187 Manchester Road, Mossley, Ashton Under Lyne, OL5 9AB
Lees Medical Practice3.08 miles
Lees Medical Practice, Athens Way, Lees, Oldham, OL4 3BP
Saraf Medical Practice3.09 miles
Saraf Medical Practice, Moorside Medical Centre, 681 Ripponden Road, Oldham, OL1 4JU
Moorside Medical Practice3.09 miles
Moorside Medical Practice, Moorside Medical Centre, 681 Ripponden Road, Moorside Oldham, OL1 4JU
Springfield House Medical Centre3.26 miles
Springfield House Medical Centre, 275 Huddersfield Road, Oldham, OL4 2RJ
Hopwood House Surgery3.84 miles
Hopwood House, The Vineyard, Lees Road, Oldham, OL4 1JN
Alexandra Grp Medical Practice3.89 miles
Alexandra Grp Medical Practice, Glodwick Primary Care Centre, 137 Glodwick Road, Oldham, OL4 1YN
Mach Healthcare Limited3.89 miles
Sunvalley Medical Practice, Glodwick Primary Care Centre, Glodwick Road, Oldham, OL4 1YN
JARVIS MEDICAL PRACTICE3.89 miles
Glodwick Primary Care Centre, 137 Glodwick Road, Glodwick, Oldham, OL4 1YN
Greenbank Medical Practice3.93 miles
Greenbank Medical Practice, Barley Clough Medical Centre, Nugget Street, Oldham, OL4 1BN
Hospital
Royal Oldham Hospital4.88 miles
Rochdale Road, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 2JH
Tameside Hospital4.99 miles
Fountain St, Ashton Under Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 9RW
All Saints Hospital (St George Healthcare Group)5.34 miles
159 Grange Avenue, Oldham, Lancashire, OL8 4EF
BMI The Highfield Hospital7.71 miles
Manchester Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 4LZ
Rochdale Infirmary8.14 miles
Whitehall Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 0NB
Holmevalley Memorial Hospital9.18 miles
Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 3TS
North Manchester General Hospital9.58 miles
Delaunays Road, Crumpsall, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M8 5RB
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary10.49 miles
Acre Street, Acre Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 3EA
Bigfoot Independent Hospital10.70 miles
4 Birch Hall Lane, Longsight, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M13 0XE
Fairfield General Hospital10.86 miles
Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 7TD
Horizon Unit10.86 miles
Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7TD
Irwell Unit10.86 miles
Fairfield General Hospital,, BL9 7TD
Manchester Royal Infirmary11.05 miles
Oxford Road, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL
Royal Manchester Children's Hospital11.05 miles
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL
Manchester Royal Eye Hospital11.05 miles
Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL
BMI The Huddersfield Hospital11.16 miles
Birkby Hall Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD2 2BL
Pharmacy
Strachans Chemist0.23 miles
7 New Street, Uppermill,, OL3 6AU
The Co-Operative Pharmacy0.26 miles
71 High Street, Uppermill, Oldham, OL3 6AP
The Co-Operative Pharmacy1.11 miles
120-122 Chew Valley Road, Greenfield, Oldham, OL3 7DB
The Co-Operative Pharmacy1.35 miles
28 King Street, Delph, Oldham, OL3 5DQ
Lloydspharmacy2.88 miles
12 Stamford Street, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL5 0HR
The Co-Operative Pharmacy2.97 miles
17 Mellor Street, Lees, Oldham, OL4 3BS
Chadwick and Hadfield Ltd3.04 miles
189 Manchester Road, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL5 9AB
Rowlands Pharmacy3.04 miles
Lees Medical Centre, Athens Way, Lees, Oldham, OL4 3BP
Moorside Pharmacy3.09 miles
679 Ripponden Road, 679 Ripponden Road, Moorside, Oldham, OL1 4JU
The Co-Operative Pharmacy3.32 miles
242 Huddersfield Road, Oldham, OL4 2RB
Lloydspharmacy3.65 miles
282 Lees Road, Oldham, OL4 1PA
Apex Pharmacy3.73 miles
Suite 1, 177 Lees Road, Oldham, OL4 1JP
Tesco Extra3.84 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Huddersfield Road, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 3LG
Our Pharmacy3.84 miles
Hopwood House, The Vineyard, Lees Road, Oldham, OL4 1JN
Oldham Late Night Pharmacy3.86 miles
87-89 Lees Road, Oldham, OL4 1JW
Lloydspharmacy3.89 miles
Glodwick Health Centre, Glodwick Road, Oldham, OL4 1YN
Leisure
Park
CASTLE CLOUGH & COWBURY DALE3.15 miles
COWBURY DALE3.21 miles
GREENACRES CEMETERY (Grade II Listed)3.24 miles
STALYBRIDGE3.27 miles
GLODWICK LOWS3.78 miles
KNOT HILL3.89 miles
ROCHER VALE4.12 miles
BRUSHES VALLEY4.43 miles
STAMFORD PARK, STALYBRIDGE (Grade II Listed)5.02 miles
BARE TREES5.57 miles
DAISY NOOK5.71 miles
CHADDERTON CEMETERY (Grade II Listed)5.94 miles
TANDLE HILL6.00 miles
HOLLINWOOD BRANCH CANAL6.51 miles
ASHTON WESTEND6.53 miles
HOLLINGWORTH6.53 miles
Shop
Groceries
Co-op Oldham0.30 miles
Uppermill, OL3 6AW
Tesco Saddleworth (Superstore)0.98 miles
Chew Valley Rd, Greenfield, Saddleworth, Oldham, OL3 7AF
Greenfield Village Store1.25 miles
144 Chew Valley Road, Greenfield Lancashire OL3 7DD
Co-op Oldham1.37 miles
Delph, OL3 5DQ
Costcutter Oldham2.64 miles
57 Carr House Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 4NW
Mossley Convenience Store2.65 miles
38/40 Mansfield Road, Micklehurst, Mossley Lancashire OL5 9EH
Co-op Ashton-under-lyne2.93 miles
Mossley, OL5 0LS
Co-op Oldham3.04 miles
Moorside Oldham, OL4 2LN
Co-op Oldham3.04 miles
The Grotton, OL4 5SE
Co-op Oldham3.04 miles
Lees, OL4 3BP
Raja Bros. Convenience Store3.09 miles
663 Ripponden Road, Moorside, Oldham OL1 4JU
ASDA Oldham Huddersfield Road3.30 miles
Huddersfield Road, Oldham, OL4 2RB
Super Discount3.30 miles
1/3 Watersheddings Street, Oldham OL4 2PA
SPAR Stalybridge3.46 miles
Rizvi Stalybridge, 7 - 9 Buckton Road, SK15 3LW
Tesco Oldham (Extra)3.62 miles
Huddersfield Rd, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 3LG
Tesco Oldham (Express)3.62 miles
286-290 Lees Rd, Oldham, Lancashire, OL4 1NZ
Transport
Airport
Manchester Airport Terminal 217.09 miles
Manchester Airport Terminal 117.16 miles
Manchester Airport Terminal 317.18 miles
Manchester Airport17.22 miles
Leeds Bradford International Airport26.01 miles
Sheffield City Airport27.82 miles
Bus Stop
High St/Saddleworth Sch (S)0.10 miles
High St/Uppermill Turning Area (E)0.12 miles
High St/Saddleworth Sch (NW)0.12 miles
High St/Uppermill Turning Area (S)0.13 miles
High St/Uppermill Turning Area (E)0.13 miles
High St/Uppermill Turning Area (W)0.14 miles
High St/Uppermill Turning Area (W)0.14 miles
Uppermill Turning Circle (W)0.14 miles
Sherbrooke Avenue (S)0.15 miles
Sherbrooke Avenue (N)0.15 miles
Rhodes Avenue (E)0.19 miles
Rhodes Avenue (W)0.19 miles
Well Meadow Lane (E)0.19 miles
Well Meadow Lane (S)0.21 miles
Well Meadow Lane (N)0.21 miles
Church Road (E)0.21 miles
Railway Station
Greenfield Rail Station1.00 miles
Mossley (Manchester) Rail Station2.99 miles
Marsden Rail Station4.63 miles
Stalybridge Rail Station5.26 miles
Ashton-under-Lyne Rail Station5.61 miles
Hadfield Rail Station6.49 miles
Mills Hill (Manchester) Rail Station6.90 miles
Hyde North Rail Station6.90 miles
Flowery Field Rail Station7.00 miles
Guide Bridge Rail Station7.01 miles
Slaithwaite Rail Station7.04 miles
Newton for Hyde Rail Station7.10 miles
Moston Rail Station7.16 miles
Smithy Bridge Rail Station7.21 miles
Dinting Rail Station7.22 miles
Godley Rail Station7.24 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (OL3 6B*)
Number of Properties in Catchment206
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
5, CLIFTON HOLM
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5EZ		£305,000
2025-08-29
terraced
freehold
2, HILL VIEW
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5JE		£230,000
2025-08-27
terraced
freehold
3, TAMEWATER VILLAS
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5BB		£270,000
2025-08-22
semidetached
freehold
20, SUGAR LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5NJ		£635,000
2025-08-22
detached
freehold
6, THE GROVE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5RR		£647,000
2025-08-13
detached
leasehold
3, LONG LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5QH		£400,000
2025-07-31
detached
freehold
2, NUDGER CLOSE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AP		£625,000
2025-07-18
detached
freehold
3, THE SQUARE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AA		£121,500
2025-06-26
terraced
freehold
22, WOODS LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AN		£340,000
2025-05-01
terraced
freehold
Sold 2025-05-01   £350,000
5, TAMEWATER COURT
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5GD		£375,000
2025-03-28
terraced
leasehold
14, WOODS LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AN		£485,000
2025-03-28
detached
freehold
13, MIDGROVE LANE
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5EH		£600,000
2025-03-27
detached
freehold
17, PLATT LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AD		£200,000
2025-02-28
terraced
freehold
16, BROOKE VIEW
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5GF		£530,000
2025-02-11
detached
leasehold
STONESWOOD (3 THE SUMMERHOUSE), OLDHAM ROAD
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5SZ		£260,000
2025-01-28
flatmaisonette
leasehold
17, CHANCERY LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AE		£287,850
2025-06-06
flatmaisonette
leasehold
54, WALL HILL ROAD
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5BH		£318,000
2025-05-27
semidetached
freehold
GATEHEAD HOUSE (FLAT 2), GATEHEAD ROAD
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5QE		£250,000
2025-05-23
flatmaisonette
leasehold
30, CHURCH FIELDS
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AB		£249,000
2025-05-23
terraced
freehold
3A, PLATT LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AD		£250,000
2025-05-01
semidetached
freehold
36, WALL HILL ROAD
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5BH		£280,000
2025-04-16
terraced
freehold
4B, HILL END ROAD
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5JA		£830,000
2025-03-27
detached
freehold
47, GRAINS ROAD
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5DS		£260,000
2025-03-21
terraced
freehold
1, HIGH STREET
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5DJ		£425,000
2025-02-27
terraced
freehold
47, NUDGER GREEN
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AW		£520,000
2025-01-08
detached
leasehold
3, TAMEWATER COURT
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5GD		£380,000
2024-12-06
terraced
leasehold
20, NUDGER GREEN
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AW		£520,000
2024-11-29
detached
leasehold
MULBERRY HOUSE, 1 (FLAT 7), HUDDERSFIELD ROAD
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5ET		£159,995
2025-03-20
flatmaisonette
leasehold
40, BAKESTONES AVENUE
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5GE		£245,000
2025-02-18
terraced
leasehold
8, BROADGATE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5BJ		£575,000
2025-01-24
detached
leasehold
7, PLATT LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AD		£230,000
2024-12-06
terraced
freehold
42, BAKESTONES AVENUE
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5GE		£402,000
2024-09-27
semidetached
leasehold
4, WALL HILL ROAD
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5BW		£462,000
2024-09-10
terraced
freehold
1, CRIB LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AF		£220,000
2025-01-10
terraced
freehold
12, TAMEWATER COURT
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5GD		£387,500
2024-12-16
terraced
leasehold
4, CRIB FOLD
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AT		£575,000
2024-12-11
detached
leasehold
38, WOODS LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AN		£330,000
2024-12-11
terraced
freehold
20, CLIFTON HOLM
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5EZ		£215,000
2024-11-22
terraced
freehold
1, THE MEADOW
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5TH		£630,000
2024-11-22
detached
freehold
41, DOBCROSS NEW ROAD
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AY		£235,000
2024-11-19
semidetached
leasehold
154, WALL HILL ROAD
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5BL		£432,000
2024-10-21
semidetached
freehold
WOODLANDS (2), SUGAR LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5NL		£400,000
2024-08-29
terraced
freehold
1, MARK WOOD
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5EE		£128,500
2024-08-13
semidetached
freehold
8, STATION APPROACH
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5EF		£204,000
2024-08-12
flatmaisonette
leasehold
CARRMEL COURT (FLAT 3), OLDHAM ROAD
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5HR		£180,000
2024-07-31
flatmaisonette
leasehold
1, COBLERS HILL
DELPH
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5HT		£550,000
2024-07-08
detached
leasehold
3A, SANDY LANE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5AG		£560,000
2024-11-07
terraced
freehold
14, WALKMILL
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5BU		£330,000
2024-10-22
semidetached
leasehold
14, THE GROVE
DOBCROSS
OLDHAM
GREATER MANCHESTER
OL3 5RR		£435,000
2024-09-27
detached
leasehold
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