About Hartshead Green

Hartshead Green is a small village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the OL6 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is surrounded by green spaces, offering a pleasant environment for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The local community is close-knit, with residents often engaging in various social events and activities. In terms of amenities, Hartshead Green provides essential services, including a local shop and a primary school, catering to the needs of families in the area. Public transport links are available, connecting the village to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting. The surrounding region offers additional facilities and attractions, ensuring that residents and visitors have access to a range of options for leisure and daily life.

School Ratings in Hartshead Green

Hartshead Green is served by 248 schools. St Damian's RC Science College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hartshead Green

Property prices average £180K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £131K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hartshead Green

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Hartshead Green, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hartshead Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hartshead Green is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hartshead Green

Most properties in Hartshead Green 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 3,531 sales

Average Price £180K
£400 — £6.74M
Detached £290K 321
Semi £192K 1,089
Terraced £131K 1,683
Flat £89K 178

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

151 Primary
28 Secondary
69 Other
Livingstone Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St George's CofE Primary School Primary 0.5 miles St Joseph's RC Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Rose Hill Children's Centre 0.9 miles Rosehill Methodist Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Milton St John's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Damian's RC Science College Secondary Outstanding 0.9 miles Arlies Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Christopher's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1 miles Mossley Children's Centre Requires Improvement 1 miles Micklehurst All Saints CofE Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Inspire Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hartshead Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Hartshead Green as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
4/10
9,283 Children (0-15) 22%
26,277 Working Age 62%
8,523 Older (60+) 20%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 54% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30.4% 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 Hartshead Green 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Hartshead Green falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
Local Policing
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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

Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 0.6 miles
Stalybridge Train Station 1.8 miles
Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station 2.1 miles
Greenfield Train Station 2.6 miles
Hyde North Train Station 3.3 miles
Flowery Field Train Station 3.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Luzley 0 yards Mossley 0.6 miles Hazelhurst 0.6 miles Hartshead Pike 0.6 miles Brook Bottom 0.6 miles Mossley Brow 0.9 miles Wood End 0.9 miles Heyheads 1.2 miles Carrbrook 1.2 miles Ridge Hill 1.2 miles Quick Edge 1.2 miles Smallshaw 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in OL6 30 shown View all streets

Abbeydale Close 1 Abingdon Street 2 Adam Street 3 Addison Avenue 1 Albemarle Street 2 Albemarle Terrace 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Close 1 Alder Gate Grove 2 Alderley Street 1 Alexandra Road 3 Alexandra Street 3 Alfred Street 1 Alger Mews 1 Alger Street 1 Alt Grove 1 Alt Hill Lane 6 Alt Hill Road 2 Alt Lane 2 Alt Road 1 Alton Close 1 Anderton Grove 1 Andrew Street 1 Apsley Place 1 Arden Close 1 Argyll Street 1 Arlies Street 1 Arundel Street 2 Ash Close 1 Ashbourne Drive 2

Postcodes in OL6 50 shown View all postcodes

OL6 0FA OL6 0FB OL6 0FD OL6 0FE OL6 0FP OL6 0FW OL6 0FZ OL6 0GA OL6 0GH OL6 0GW OL6 0HE OL6 0HG OL6 6AB OL6 6AD OL6 6AE OL6 6AH OL6 6AJ OL6 6AL OL6 6AQ OL6 6AR OL6 6AS OL6 6AT OL6 6AU OL6 6AW OL6 6AX OL6 6AZ OL6 6BB OL6 6BD OL6 6BE OL6 6BG OL6 6BH OL6 6BJ OL6 6BL OL6 6BP OL6 6BQ OL6 6BT OL6 6BU OL6 6BX OL6 6BY OL6 6BZ OL6 6DA OL6 6DD OL6 6DE OL6 6DF OL6 6DJ OL6 6DP OL6 6DQ OL6 6DT OL6 6DU OL6 6DW