About Lees

Lees is a village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the OL4 postcode area. It is situated close to the larger town of Ashton-under-Lyne and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The village has a range of shops, pubs, and restaurants that cater to the daily needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling. Lees is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. The village has a community spirit, with various events and activities taking place throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging among its inhabitants.

School Ratings in Lees

Families in Lees have access to 223 local schools. Glodwick Infant and Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lees

Homes sell for an average of £180K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £121K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lees

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Lees

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Lees within the more deprived parts of England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lees

Lees 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 5,377 sales

Average Price £180K
£100 — £3.15M
Detached £367K 717
Semi £205K 1,331
Terraced £121K 2,819
Flat £142K 181

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

142 Primary
26 Secondary
55 Other
St Thomas' Leesfield CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Edwards Roman Catholic Primary, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Hey-with-Zion Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Alexandra Children's Centre 0.4 miles St Agnes CofE Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Springhead Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.4 miles Oasis Academy Leesbrook Secondary Good 0.5 miles St Hugh's CofE Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Knowsley Junior School Primary Good 0.7 miles Roundthorn Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Oasis Academy Clarksfield Primary Good 0.8 miles Alt Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lees IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Lees 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
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
3/10
16,388 Children (0-15) 25%
40,081 Working Age 60%
12,856 Older (60+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 47.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30.7% 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 Lees 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Lees are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Saddleworth West and Lees 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

Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 1.9 miles
Greenfield Train Station 2.3 miles
Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station 3.3 miles
Stalybridge Train Station 3.7 miles
Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 4.2 miles
Moston Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Springhead 0 yards Grotton 0.6 miles Glodwick 0.6 miles Clarksfield 0.6 miles Austerlands 0.6 miles Holts 0.6 miles Spring Hill 0.9 miles Greenacres 0.9 miles Quick Edge 0.9 miles Pitses 0.9 miles Alt 0.9 miles Scouthead 0.9 miles

Local Government

District Oldham
Ward Alexandra
Constituency Oldham East and Saddleworth
Parish Oldham, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL4 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Hills Road 8 Abercorn Street 1 Acorn Street 3 Aden Street 1 Adlington Street 1 Adswood Close 1 Albany Street 1 Albert Street 1 Alderwood Fold 1 Alexandra Centre Retail Park 1 Allama Iqbal Road 1 Almond Road 1 Alva Road 2 Ancoats Street 1 Ann Square 1 Arbour Road 2 Armdale Rise 1 Arncliffe Rise 2 Arundel Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Square 1 Ash Street 1 Ashbrook Road 1 Ashes Lane 1 Ashfield Crescent 4 Ashford Court 1 Ashlea Grove 1 Aspull Street 1 Astbury Close 1 Atherton Street 2

Postcodes in OL4 50 shown View all postcodes

OL4 1AA OL4 1AB OL4 1AE OL4 1AF OL4 1AG OL4 1AH OL4 1AJ OL4 1AL OL4 1AN OL4 1AQ OL4 1AR OL4 1AS OL4 1AT OL4 1AX OL4 1BA OL4 1BB OL4 1BD OL4 1BE OL4 1BH OL4 1BJ OL4 1BL OL4 1BN OL4 1BP OL4 1BS OL4 1BT OL4 1BU OL4 1BW OL4 1BX OL4 1BY OL4 1BZ OL4 1DA OL4 1DB OL4 1DD OL4 1DE OL4 1DF OL4 1DG OL4 1DH OL4 1DL OL4 1DN OL4 1DP OL4 1DR OL4 1DS OL4 1DT OL4 1DU OL4 1DW OL4 1DX OL4 1DY OL4 1DZ OL4 1EB OL4 1ED