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About Castleton
Castleton is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies to the south of the town of Rochdale and is part of the historic county of Lancashire. The village is situated near the River Roch and is known for its rural character and proximity to the Pennine hills. Castleton has a mix of residential properties, including traditional stone cottages and more modern housing developments. The area benefits from good transport links, with the A62 road passing nearby and access to the M62 motorway. The village has a community centre and several local amenities, including a primary school and a few small shops. Castleton is within the OL11 postcode area and is part of the parliamentary constituency of Rochdale.
School Ratings in Castleton
There are 252 schools in and around Castleton. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Castleton
The average property price is £201K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £123K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castleton
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Castleton
Castleton 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 Castleton
There are 60 GP surgeries within three miles of Castleton, the nearest being Castleton Health Centre (0.5 miles away).
Local Data for Castleton
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Property Prices 5,249 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OL11 postcode area.
Household Income in Castleton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Castleton is approximately £42,425 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,921. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,921.
Businesses in Castleton ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,571 active businesses based in Castleton, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 29 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Castleton IMD 2025
Castleton 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 Castleton 1 crimes · May 2026
Castleton 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
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Home Ownership in Castleton
Of the 18,051 households in and around Castleton, 61% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 18% 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 Castleton.