About Chadderton Fold

Chadderton Fold is a residential area located in the town of Chadderton, within the metropolitan county of Greater Manchester, England. It lies in the OL9 postcode area, situated to the east of the town centre. The area is characterised by a mix of terraced and semi-detached housing, typical of early 20th-century urban development in the region. Chadderton Fold is close to local amenities, including shops, schools, and public transport links, making it a convenient location for daily life. The surrounding area includes green spaces and walking paths, offering residents opportunities for recreation. The community is part of a wider network of neighbourhoods that contribute to the social and economic fabric of Greater Manchester.

School Ratings in Chadderton Fold

Families in Chadderton Fold have access to 321 local schools. Westwood Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chadderton Fold

Homes sell for an average of £190K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £124K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chadderton Fold

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Chadderton Fold, with 1 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chadderton Fold

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chadderton Fold 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chadderton Fold

Chadderton Fold benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,670 sales

Average Price £190K
£200 — £15.74M
Detached £294K 526
Semi £181K 1,646
Terraced £124K 2,051
Flat £95K 134

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

185 Primary
39 Secondary
97 Other
North Chadderton School Secondary 0.4 miles St Matthew's CofE Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Mills Hill Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles The Radclyffe School Secondary 0.7 miles The Chadderton Preparatory School Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Elm Wood Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Herbert's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles St Gabriel's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Bare Trees Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Middleton Technology School Secondary Good 1 miles Boarshaw Centre 1 miles Boarshaw Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chadderton Fold IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chadderton Fold 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
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
15,678 Children (0-15) 24%
40,179 Working Age 61%
11,668 Older (60+) 18%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 53.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 34.7% 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 Chadderton Fold 2 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Chadderton Fold are lower than the England and Wales average. While other theft is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Other Theft
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Chadderton North Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 0.7 miles
Moston Train Station 2.2 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 2.8 miles
Rochdale Train Station 3.8 miles
Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station 5.2 miles
Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Healds Green 0.6 miles Moorclose 0.9 miles Stanycliffe 0.9 miles Chadderton 0.9 miles Higher Boarshaw 1.2 miles Middleton 1.2 miles Holden Fold 1.2 miles Stake Hill 1.2 miles Hollins 1.4 miles Busk 1.4 miles Royton 1.4 miles Haggate 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Oldham
Ward Chadderton North
Constituency Oldham West and Royton
Parish Oldham, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL9 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Grove 1 Acorn Close 4 Agnes Close 1 Agnes Street 1 Alasdair Close 1 Albert Street 5 Alcester Street 1 Alder Root 1 Alderson Street 1 Alford Street 1 Alfred Court 1 Alfred Street 2 Alligin Close 1 Amberwood 1 Andrew Street 2 Apfel Lane 1 Applewood 1 Arden Street 2 Argyll Road 2 Arkle Drive 1 Arkwright Street 1 Arnside Avenue 1 Arundel Walk 1 Ascot Close 1 Ashford Walk 1 Ashley Mews 1 Ashley Street 2 Ashton Crescent 1 Ashwood 1 Ashworth Close 2

Postcodes in OL9 50 shown View all postcodes

OL9 0AA OL9 0AB OL9 0AD OL9 0AE OL9 0AG OL9 0AH OL9 0AJ OL9 0AL OL9 0AN OL9 0AP OL9 0AQ OL9 0AR OL9 0AS OL9 0AT OL9 0AU OL9 0AW OL9 0AX OL9 0AY OL9 0AZ OL9 0BA OL9 0BB OL9 0BD OL9 0BE OL9 0BF OL9 0BG OL9 0BN OL9 0BP OL9 0BT OL9 0BU OL9 0BW OL9 0BX OL9 0BY OL9 0BZ OL9 0DA OL9 0DD OL9 0DE OL9 0DG OL9 0DH OL9 0DJ OL9 0DL OL9 0DN OL9 0DP OL9 0DQ OL9 0DR OL9 0DS OL9 0DT OL9 0DU OL9 0DW OL9 0DX OL9 0DY