About Summerseat

Summerseat is a village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL9 postcode area. It lies along the banks of the River Irwell, which adds to the local scenery. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. There are local amenities, including shops and pubs, catering to the daily needs of residents. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus services providing access to nearby towns and cities. Summerseat is also close to the larger town of Ramsbottom, where additional facilities and attractions can be found. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature, making it a pleasant place for those who appreciate outdoor activities.

School Ratings in Summerseat

Summerseat is served by 142 schools. Hoyle Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Summerseat

Property prices average £203K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £138K.

Deprivation and Employment in Summerseat

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Summerseat 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Summerseat

Most properties in Summerseat 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 6,299 sales

Average Price £203K
£200 — £10.24M
Detached £337K 748
Semi £202K 1,863
Terraced £138K 2,569
Flat £117K 680

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

87 Primary
16 Secondary
39 Other
Summerseat Methodist Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Old Hall Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Holcombe Brook Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Springside Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury Primary Good 0.9 miles Woodhey High School Secondary 1 miles Hazlehurst Primary Academy Primary 1.1 miles Greenmount Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamiya Good 1.3 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom Primary Good 1.3 miles St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Tottington High School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Summerseat IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Summerseat 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
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
4/10
13,826 Children (0-15) 20%
42,140 Working Age 62%
15,899 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 41.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.9% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 4.2 miles
Entwistle Train Station 4.7 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 4.8 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 5.9 miles
Bolton Train Station 5.9 miles
Farnworth Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wood Road 0 yards Baldingstone 0.6 miles Nuttall 0.6 miles Brooksbottoms 0.6 miles Woodhey 0.9 miles Hazelhurst 0.9 miles Walmersley 0.9 miles Greenmount 1.2 miles Holcombe Brook 1.2 miles Nangreaves 1.4 miles Holcombe 1.4 miles Ramsbottom 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bury
County Lancashire
Ward Bury East
Constituency Bury North
Parish Bury, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in BL9 30 shown View all streets

94BUR 1 Ajax Drive 2 Albany Drive 1 Albert Street 1 Alexander Drive 1 Alfred Street 6 Alkrington Close 1 Allen Dale Drive 1 Almond Avenue 1 Alnwick Drive 1 Altham Close 1 Alton Close 1 Alum Crescent 1 Anfield Close 1 Angouleme Way 10 Apollo Avenue 1 Arbour Close 1 Arden Close 1 Argyle Street 1 Arley Avenue 1 Arlington Close 1 Ascot Meadows 1 Ash Street 1 Ashborne Drive 1 Ashlor Street 2 Astbury Close 1 Athlone Avenue 2 Audlum Court 1 Austen Avenue 1 Aviation Road 1

Postcodes in BL9 50 shown View all postcodes

BL9 0AD BL9 0AF BL9 0AH BL9 0AJ BL9 0AL BL9 0AN BL9 0AP BL9 0AQ BL9 0AR BL9 0AS BL9 0AT BL9 0AY BL9 0BB BL9 0BD BL9 0BG BL9 0BH BL9 0BJ BL9 0BL BL9 0BW BL9 0BX BL9 0BZ BL9 0DA BL9 0DB BL9 0DF BL9 0DG BL9 0DH BL9 0DL BL9 0DN BL9 0DP BL9 0DQ BL9 0DR BL9 0DS BL9 0DT BL9 0DX BL9 0DY BL9 0DZ BL9 0EA BL9 0EB BL9 0ED BL9 0EG BL9 0EJ BL9 0EL BL9 0EQ BL9 0ES BL9 0EU BL9 0EW BL9 0EX BL9 0EY BL9 0EZ BL9 0FU