About Bardsley

Bardsley is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies to the west of the town of Oldham and is part of the OL7 postcode area. The village is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and close to the Pennine hills. Bardsley has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the medieval period. The area is known for its mix of residential properties and agricultural land, with several local amenities including a primary school, a church, and a few small shops. The village is accessible by road and is served by local bus routes connecting it to nearby towns. Bardsley retains a strong sense of community, with regular local events and activities taking place throughout the year.

School Ratings in Bardsley

There are 314 schools in and around Bardsley. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bardsley

The average property price is £161K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £129K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bardsley

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bardsley, with 1 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bardsley

Bardsley falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bardsley

Broadband availability in Bardsley includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,899 sales

Average Price £161K
£600 — £3.22M
Detached £297K 150
Semi £175K 530
Terraced £129K 1,030
Flat £89K 94

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

196 Primary
35 Secondary
83 Other
Waterloo Children's Centre 0.6 miles Holden Clough Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Canon Burrows CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.7 miles Great Academy Ashton Secondary 0.7 miles Samuel Laycock School 0.7 miles Oasis Academy Broadoak Primary Good 0.7 miles Waterloo Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Holy Rosary RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Medlock Valley Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Damian's RC Science College Secondary Outstanding 0.9 miles The Hathershaw College Secondary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bardsley IMD 2025

Bardsley falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,915 Children (0-15) 22%
16,738 Working Age 62%
5,883 Older (60+) 22%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 54.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 34% 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 Bardsley 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Bardsley 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 small town with a strong sense of community.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
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 1.3 miles
Stalybridge Train Station 2.3 miles
Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 2.4 miles
Guide Bridge Train Station 2.6 miles
Hyde North Train Station 3 miles
Moston Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Knott Lanes 0.6 miles Waterloo 0.6 miles Fitton Hill 0.6 miles Limehurst 0.6 miles Smallshaw 0.9 miles Hurst 0.9 miles Park Bridge 0.9 miles Alt Hill 0.9 miles Taunton 0.9 miles Woodhouses 1.4 miles Daisy Nook 1.4 miles Lime Side 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Tameside
Ward Audenshaw
Constituency Denton and Reddish
Parish Tameside, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL7 30 shown View all streets

A6140 1 Alexandria Drive 1 Alt Hill Lane 2 Ambleside Avenue 2 Anglesey Close 1 Anglesey Road 2 Ann Street 1 Anne Close 1 Ashton Road 1 Atlas Street 2 Back Lane 2 Balmoral Court 1 Barnard Close 1 Beech Mount 1 Belfairs Close 1 Bennett Street 3 Bentinck Street 2 Birch Street 4 Blucher Street 1 Bollington Street 1 Boodle Street 1 Borrowdale Crescent 1 Bowness Road 1 Bradbury Street 2 Bradgate Street 1 Britannia Street 1 Burlington Street 2 Buttermere Road 2 Camberwell Drive 1 Cambridge Street 4

Postcodes in OL7 50 shown View all postcodes

OL7 0AA OL7 0AB OL7 0AD OL7 0AE OL7 0AG OL7 0AH OL7 0AJ OL7 0AL OL7 0AN OL7 0AQ OL7 0AR OL7 0AS OL7 0AU OL7 0AW OL7 0AX OL7 0AY OL7 0BA OL7 0BB OL7 0BE OL7 0BF OL7 0BH OL7 0BJ OL7 0BL OL7 0BP OL7 0BQ OL7 0BT OL7 0BU OL7 0BW OL7 0BX OL7 0BY OL7 0BZ OL7 0DA OL7 0DB OL7 0DD OL7 0DE OL7 0DF OL7 0DG OL7 0DH OL7 0DJ OL7 0DN OL7 0DQ OL7 0DS OL7 0DT OL7 0DU OL7 0DW OL7 0DX OL7 0DY OL7 0DZ OL7 0ED OL7 0EE