About Bamford

Bamford is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies in the foothills of the Pennines, offering views of the surrounding moorland and hills. The village is situated near the River Beal and is part of the historic county of Lancashire, though it has been administratively part of Greater Manchester since 1974. The area is known for its rural character and proximity to the Peak District National Park, making it a popular spot for walking and outdoor activities. The postcode area OL11 covers Bamford and the surrounding region, providing access to local amenities and transport links. The village retains a sense of community, with local shops, pubs, and a church serving residents and visitors alike.

School Ratings in Bamford

Bamford is served by 167 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bamford

Property prices average £195K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £117K.

Deprivation and Employment in Bamford

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bamford falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bamford

Most properties in Bamford can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,437 sales

Average Price £195K
£110 — £11.16M
Detached £326K 1,219
Semi £167K 1,764
Terraced £117K 1,807
Flat £124K 326

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

94 Primary
21 Secondary
52 Other
Bamford Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Whittaker Moss Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Vincent's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Caldershaw Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Norden Children's Centre 0.6 miles Norden Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Redwood Good 0.7 miles Oulder Hill Leadership Academy Secondary 0.8 miles Willow View School Good 1 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Meanwood Children's Centre 1.2 miles Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bamford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bamford in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
4/10
15,473 Children (0-15) 22%
42,794 Working Age 60%
16,041 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.6% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 2 miles
Rochdale Train Station 2.1 miles
Smithy Bridge Train Station 4 miles
Littleborough Train Station 4.7 miles
Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 5.1 miles
Moston Train Station 6.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bagslate Moor 0 yards Broadhalgh 0.6 miles Cutgate 0.6 miles Shawfield 0.9 miles Norden 0.9 miles Hooley Bridge 0.9 miles Spotland Bridge 1.2 miles Crimble 1.2 miles Shawclough 1.4 miles Marland 1.4 miles Catley Lane Head 1.4 miles Rain Shore 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Rochdale
Ward Balderstone & Kirkholt
Constituency Rochdale
Parish Rochdale, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL11 30 shown View all streets

Abbott Street 4 Abingdon Close 2 Acer Close 1 Adair Street 1 Ainsworth Street 2 Aintree Drive 1 Ajax Street 1 Albany Street 1 Albion Street 4 Alder Road 1 Aldwych 1 Ambrose Street 1 Ann Street 2 Anne Line Close 1 Arbury Avenue 1 Ark Royal 1 Arkwright Way 1 Arnside Drive 1 Arundel Avenue 2 Arundel Street 1 Ascot Close 1 Ash Street 1 Ashbourne Street 2 Ashfield Road 4 Ashley Close 1 Ashton Street 1 Ashworth Road 3 Atkinson Street 1 Aubrey Street 2 Avoncliffe Close 2

Postcodes in OL11 50 shown View all postcodes

OL11 1AB OL11 1AD OL11 1AE OL11 1AF OL11 1AG OL11 1AH OL11 1AJ OL11 1AL OL11 1AN OL11 1AP OL11 1AR OL11 1AS OL11 1AT OL11 1AU OL11 1AW OL11 1AX OL11 1AY OL11 1AZ OL11 1BA OL11 1BB OL11 1BH OL11 1BJ OL11 1BL OL11 1BN OL11 1BU OL11 1DA OL11 1DN OL11 1DR OL11 1DS OL11 1DT OL11 1DU OL11 1DX OL11 1EB OL11 1ED OL11 1EF OL11 1EG OL11 1EJ OL11 1EL OL11 1EN OL11 1EP OL11 1ER OL11 1EU OL11 1EW OL11 1EX OL11 1EZ OL11 1HE OL11 1HF OL11 1HG OL11 1HH OL11 1HJ