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Slattocks built-up area

Built-up area1.0 km² (0.4 sq mi)

Location in Greater ManchesterSlattocks sits where the marker shows within the county.

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 Slattocks

Slattocks is a small village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the M24 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Middleton and is primarily a residential area. The village is characterised by its mix of traditional and modern housing, providing a sense of community for its residents. The local amenities include a few shops and services that cater to everyday needs.

The surrounding area offers various green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Slattocks is conveniently located for access to larger towns and cities in Greater Manchester, providing residents with opportunities for work and leisure. Public transport links are available, making it easy to travel to nearby locations. Overall, Slattocks serves as a quiet place for those seeking a suburban lifestyle while remaining close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Slattocks

Slattocks is served by 306 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 Slattocks

Property prices average £204K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £202K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Slattocks

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Slattocks, with 1 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Slattocks

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Slattocks falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Slattocks

There are 51 GP surgeries within three miles of Slattocks, the nearest being The Hive Health Centre (1.2 miles away).

Local Data for Slattocks

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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

181 Primary
34 Secondary
91 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 13

Ofsted ratings for schools in the M24 postcode area.

St John's Church of England Primary School, Thornham Primary 0.5 miles Hopwood Hall College 16 plus Good 0.6 miles Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Hollin Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Newlands School Not applicable Good 1 miles Boarshaw Centre 1 miles Boarshaw Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St John Fisher Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1 miles Hollin Children's Centre 1 miles St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Primary Good 1 miles St Anne's Church of England Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles Castleton Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.2 miles

Household Income in Slattocks ONS 2023

The average total household income in Slattocks 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.

Slattocks £40,514
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Slattocks ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,507 active businesses based in Slattocks, 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 Slattocks IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Slattocks in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 Slattocks 1 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

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

Public Order 1
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

Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 1.4 miles
Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 1.8 miles
Rochdale Train Station 2.7 miles
Moston Train Station 3.4 miles
Smithy Bridge Train Station 4.8 miles
Littleborough Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stake Hill 0.6 miles Stanycliffe 0.6 miles Trub 0.6 miles Healds Green 0.9 miles Thornham Fold 0.9 miles Hollins 0.9 miles Castleton 1.2 miles Top of Hebers 1.4 miles Summit 1.4 miles Hopwood 1.4 miles Chadderton Fold 1.4 miles Higher Boarshaw 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Slattocks

Of the 20,979 households in and around Slattocks, 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 Slattocks.

Frequently Asked Questions about Slattocks

What is the population of Slattocks?
Slattocks 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 Slattocks?
The average property in and around Slattocks 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 Slattocks a deprived area?
Slattocks 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 Slattocks?
Slattocks is covered by the M24 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Slattocks?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Slattocks, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Slattocks?
The nearest railway station to Slattocks is Castleton (Manchester) Train Station, about 1.4 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