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49,300
Population
21,039
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£40,514
Avg. household income
1,507
Businesses
2,313
People per km²
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About Middleton Junction

Middleton Junction is a locality situated in Greater Manchester, England, within the M24 postcode area. This area serves as a key intersection for various transport routes, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors. The locality is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles that reflect the development of the region over the years.

Nearby, you will find a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of the local community. Middleton Junction is well-connected by public transport, with bus services linking it to surrounding areas. The proximity to larger towns and cities in Greater Manchester provides further options for shopping and leisure activities, making it a practical choice for those looking to reside in this part of England.

School Ratings in Middleton Junction

Families in Middleton Junction have access to 383 local schools. Sunny Brow Nursery School and Bowlee Park Community Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Middleton Junction

Homes sell for an average of £204K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £202K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Middleton Junction

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Middleton Junction

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Middleton Junction around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Middleton Junction

There are 83 GP surgeries within three miles of Middleton Junction, the nearest being The Junction Surgery (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Middleton Junction

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Property Prices 7,179 sales

Average Price £204K
£125 , £17.77M
Detached £312K 920
Semi £202K 2,941
Terraced £142K 2,440
Flat £90K 518

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

221 Primary
43 Secondary
119 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 13

Ofsted ratings for schools in the M24 postcode area.

SMS Changing Lives School Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.4 miles St Gabriel's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale Primary 0.6 miles Dixons Middleton Academy Secondary Good 0.7 miles Co-op Academy North Manchester Secondary Good 0.8 miles Kingfisher Special School Not applicable 0.8 miles St Margaret Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Elm Wood Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Kirkway Children's Centre 0.9 miles St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Primary 0.9 miles Chances Mentoring Not applicable 0.9 miles Alkrington Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Middleton Junction ONS 2023

The average total household income in Middleton Junction is approximately £40,514 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,650. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Middleton Junction £40,514
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,650.

Businesses in Middleton Junction ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,507 active businesses based in Middleton Junction, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,507 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Middleton Junction IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Middleton Junction are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 17%
10,537 Children (0-15) 21%
30,546 Working Age 62%
8,216 Older (65+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.8% 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 Middleton Junction 2 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Middleton Junction 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 2
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

Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 0.7 miles
Moston Train Station 1 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 3.9 miles
Fairfield Train Station 4.6 miles
Ashton-Under-Lyne Train Station 4.6 miles
Gorton Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Alkrington Garden Village 0.6 miles Moorclose 0.6 miles White Gate 0.9 miles Nimble Nook 1.2 miles Charlestown 1.4 miles Chadderton 1.4 miles Higher Boarshaw 1.4 miles Middleton 1.4 miles New Moston 1.4 miles Chadderton Fold 1.4 miles Blackley 1.8 miles Langley 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Rochdale
Ward South Middleton
Constituency Heywood and Middleton
Parish Rochdale, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Middleton Junction

Of the 20,979 households in and around Middleton Junction, 60% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 60% Social rented 24% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Middleton Junction.

Frequently Asked Questions about Middleton Junction

What is the population of Middleton Junction?
Middleton Junction has a population of approximately 49,300 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Middleton Junction?
The average property in and around Middleton Junction sold for about £204,374, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 41% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Middleton Junction a deprived area?
Middleton Junction sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Middleton Junction?
Middleton Junction is covered by the M24 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Middleton Junction?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Middleton Junction, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Middleton Junction?
The nearest railway station to Middleton Junction is Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in M24 30 shown View all streets

A627(M) 1 Abbey Road 5 Abbotsford Drive 1 Acresfield Road 4 Addison Drive 1 Adelaide Street 2 Albany Street 1 Alcester Close 2 Alder Road 1 Alkrington Green 1 Alkrington Hall Road North 2 Alkrington Hall Road South 2 Alkrington Park Road 1 Alloy Walk 1 Alresford Road 1 Ambleside Close 2 Amy Street 1 Andover Avenue 4 Andrew Street 1 Apple Way 2 Archer Park 3 Arden Avenue 1 Armitage Close 1 Arnold Drive 1 Asby Close 1 Ash Street 1 Ash Walk 1 Ashbourne Avenue 1 Ashness Drive 2 Aspell Close 2

Postcodes in M24 50 shown View all postcodes

M24 0BR M24 0BY M24 0BZ M24 0DH M24 0DN M24 0DQ M24 0DS M24 0DT M24 0DU M24 0DW M24 0DX M24 0DZ M24 0EF M24 1AA M24 1AB M24 1AD M24 1AE M24 1AF M24 1AG M24 1AJ M24 1AN M24 1AQ M24 1AS M24 1AT M24 1AU M24 1AX M24 1AY M24 1AZ M24 1BE M24 1BF M24 1BG M24 1BJ M24 1BL M24 1BN M24 1BP M24 1BQ M24 1BR M24 1BS M24 1BT M24 1BU M24 1BX M24 1BY M24 1BZ M24 1DA M24 1DB M24 1DD M24 1DE M24 1DF M24 1DG M24 1DH