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About Backbower
Backbower is a small settlement located in the Greater Manchester area of England, within the SK14 postcode region. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional rural buildings, including a few farmhouses and cottages. While not a large community, Backbower maintains a sense of local identity and is part of the wider local network of villages and hamlets in the region. The surrounding landscape offers walking opportunities and a connection to the natural environment, typical of the Greater Manchester countryside. The village is accessible by road, with nearby junctions providing links to larger towns and cities in the area.
School Ratings in Backbower
There are 236 schools in and around Backbower. Hawthorns School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Backbower
The average property price is £208K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £161K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Backbower
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Backbower
Backbower sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Backbower
There are 33 GP surgeries within three miles of Backbower, the nearest being Hyde Nursing Home Intermediate Care (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Backbower
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Property Prices 7,221 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SK14 postcode area.
Household Income in Backbower ONS 2023
The average total household income in Backbower is approximately £41,912 a year before tax, 24% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,018. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,018.
Businesses in Backbower ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,310 active businesses based in Backbower, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Backbower IMD 2025
Backbower sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Backbower 1 crimes · May 2026
Backbower records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Backbower
Of the 21,426 households in and around Backbower, 62% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Backbower.