Ashton-Under-Lyne on the map

Ashton-Under-Lyne built-up area

Built-up area9.5 km² (3.7 sq mi)

Location in Greater ManchesterAshton-Under-Lyne sits where the marker shows within the county.

60,481
Population
24,380
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£39,145
Avg. household income
1,876
Businesses
2,637
People per km²
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About Ashton-Under-Lyne

Ashton-under-Lyne is a town in Greater Manchester, situated in the historic county of Lancashire. It lies within the OL6 postcode area and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Tameside. The town developed significantly during the Industrial Revolution, becoming a centre for cotton spinning and textile manufacturing. Today, it retains a strong sense of local identity and is known for its market square and historic buildings, including the Grade I listed Ashton Town Hall. The town is well connected by road and rail, with a station on the Manchester to Huddersfield line. It has a diverse community and offers a range of local shops, cafes, and cultural venues. The surrounding area includes green spaces such as the Ashton Canal and the River Tame, providing opportunities for walking and leisure.

School Ratings in Ashton-Under-Lyne

Families in Ashton-Under-Lyne have access to 298 local schools. St Damian's RC Science College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashton-Under-Lyne

Homes sell for an average of £184K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £142K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashton-Under-Lyne

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashton-Under-Lyne

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashton-Under-Lyne within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Ashton-Under-Lyne

There are 43 GP surgeries within three miles of Ashton-Under-Lyne, the nearest being Albion Medical Practice (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Ashton-Under-Lyne

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Property Prices 7,192 sales

Average Price £184K
£400 , £6.74M
Detached £312K 624
Semi £209K 2,064
Terraced £142K 3,641
Flat £103K 411

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

179 Primary
32 Secondary
87 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 10
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the OL6 postcode area.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Ashton-under-Lyne Primary Good 84 yards The Heys Primary School Primary Good 173 yards St James' Church of England Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Hurst Knoll St James' Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne Primary Good 0.3 miles Tameside College 16 plus Good 0.3 miles Ashton Sixth Form College 16 plus Good 0.4 miles Canon Johnson CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Stansfield House Not applicable 0.6 miles Oasis Academy Broadoak Primary Good 0.7 miles Inspire Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Lyndhurst Children's Centre 0.8 miles

Household Income in Ashton-Under-Lyne ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ashton-Under-Lyne is approximately £39,145 a year before tax, 29% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,121. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ashton-Under-Lyne £39,145
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,121.

Businesses in Ashton-Under-Lyne ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,876 active businesses based in Ashton-Under-Lyne, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,876 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Ashton-Under-Lyne IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ashton-Under-Lyne experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 16%
12,880 Children (0-15) 21%
37,891 Working Age 63%
9,705 Older (65+) 16%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 54% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ashton-Under-Lyne 2 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ashton-Under-Lyne are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station 0.4 miles
Stalybridge Train Station 1 miles
Guide Bridge Train Station 1.7 miles
Hyde North Train Station 1.8 miles
Flowery Field Train Station 2 miles
Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 2.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Smallshaw 0.6 miles Hurst 0.6 miles Waterloo 0.9 miles Limehurst 0.9 miles Crowhill 1.2 miles Ridge Hill 1.2 miles Dukinfield 1.2 miles Taunton 1.4 miles Hazelhurst 1.4 miles Stalybridge 1.4 miles Guide Bridge 1.4 miles Bardsley 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Tameside
Ward St Peter's
Constituency Ashton-under-Lyne
Parish Tameside, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Ashton-Under-Lyne

Of the 25,545 households in and around Ashton-Under-Lyne, 54% are owned, 25% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 54% Social rented 25% Private rented 21%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ashton-Under-Lyne.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashton-Under-Lyne

What is the population of Ashton-Under-Lyne?
Ashton-Under-Lyne has a population of approximately 60,481 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ashton-Under-Lyne?
The average property in and around Ashton-Under-Lyne sold for about £183,605, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 47% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ashton-Under-Lyne a deprived area?
Ashton-Under-Lyne sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ashton-Under-Lyne?
Ashton-Under-Lyne is covered by the OL5, OL6, OL7 postcode districts.
How many schools are there in Ashton-Under-Lyne?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Ashton-Under-Lyne, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ashton-Under-Lyne?
The nearest railway station to Ashton-Under-Lyne is Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station, about 0.4 miles away.

Streets in Ashton-Under-Lyne 30 shown View all streets

A6140 1 Abbeydale Close 1 Abingdon Street 2 Abney Grange 1 Adam Street 3 Addison Avenue 1 Albemarle Street 2 Albemarle Terrace 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Close 1 Alder Gate Grove 2 Alderley Street 1 Alexandra Road 3 Alexandra Street 3 Alexandria Drive 1 Alfred Street 1 Alger Mews 1 Alger Street 1 Alphin Close 1 Alphin Square 2 Alt Grove 1 Alt Hill Lane 8 Alt Hill Road 2 Alt Lane 2 Alt Road 1 Alton Close 1 Ambleside Avenue 2 Anderton Grove 1 Andrew Street 4 Anglesey Close 1

Postcodes in Ashton-Under-Lyne 50 shown View all postcodes

OL5 0AA OL5 0AB OL5 0AD OL5 0AF OL5 0AG OL5 0AH OL5 0AJ OL5 0AL OL5 0AN OL5 0AP OL5 0AQ OL5 0AR OL5 0AS OL5 0AT OL5 0AU OL5 0AW OL5 0AX OL5 0AZ OL5 0BA OL5 0BB OL5 0BD OL5 0BE OL5 0BF OL5 0BG OL5 0BL OL5 0BN OL5 0BP OL5 0BQ OL5 0BS OL5 0BT OL5 0BU OL5 0BW OL5 0BX OL5 0DA OL5 0DE OL5 0DG OL5 0DH OL5 0DJ OL5 0DL OL5 0DN OL5 0DP OL5 0DT OL5 0DU OL5 0DW OL5 0DX OL5 0DY OL5 0DZ OL5 0EA OL5 0EB OL5 0ED