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Location in Greater ManchesterWood End sits where the marker shows within the county.

41,340
Population
18,234
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£42,859
Avg. household income
1,089
Businesses
1,992
People per km²
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About Wood End

Wood End is a residential area located in Greater Manchester, England, within the OL2 postcode area. This neighbourhood is primarily made up of family homes and offers a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. The area is well-connected by public transport, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and the city centre.

Surrounding Wood End are various green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. The community is served by essential services, ensuring that residents have access to everything they need for daily life. Wood End is a practical choice for those looking for a suburban environment with easy access to urban facilities.

School Ratings in Wood End

There are 224 schools in and around Wood End. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wood End

The average property price is £201K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £141K.

Deprivation and Employment in Wood End

Wood End sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Wood End

There are 40 GP surgeries within three miles of Wood End, the nearest being Oak Gables Medical Practice (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Wood End

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Property Prices 5,817 sales

Average Price £201K
£185 , £9.19M
Detached £325K 777
Semi £203K 2,119
Terraced £141K 2,281
Flat £114K 231

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

137 Primary
24 Secondary
63 Other
Good 10

Ofsted ratings for schools in the OL2 postcode area.

Beal Vale Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Rushcroft Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles East Crompton St James CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Farrowdale House School Not applicable Good 0.4 miles Crompton Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles The Crompton House Church of England Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton Primary Good 0.5 miles Shaw & Crompton Children's Centre 0.5 miles East Crompton St George's CofE School Primary 0.7 miles Buckstones Primary School Primary 0.7 miles St Joseph's RC Junior, Infant and Nursery School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy Secondary 1.1 miles

Household Income in Wood End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Wood End is approximately £42,859 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,939. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Wood End £42,859
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £32,939.

Businesses in Wood End ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,089 active businesses based in Wood End, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,089 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Wood End IMD 2025

Wood End sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
7,200 Children (0-15) 17%
24,661 Working Age 60%
9,483 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.9% 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

Rochdale Train Station 3 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 3.4 miles
Smithy Bridge Train Station 3.5 miles
Mills Hill (Manchester) Train Station 3.8 miles
Littleborough Train Station 4.2 miles
Greenfield Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crompton Fold 0.6 miles High Crompton 0.6 miles Shaw Side 0.6 miles Shaw 0.6 miles Burnedge 0.9 miles Low Crompton 0.9 miles Fullwood 0.9 miles Clough 0.9 miles Jubilee 0.9 miles Dog Hill 1.2 miles Gravel Hole 1.2 miles Bentgate 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Oldham
Ward Royton South
Constituency Oldham West and Royton
Parish Oldham, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Wood End

Of the 18,376 households in and around Wood End, 71% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 14% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Wood End.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wood End

What is the population of Wood End?
Wood End has a population of approximately 41,340 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Wood End?
The average property in and around Wood End sold for about £200,552, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 43% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Wood End a deprived area?
Wood End sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Wood End?
Wood End is covered by the OL2 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Wood End?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Wood End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Wood End?
The nearest railway station to Wood End is Rochdale Train Station, about 3 miles away.

Streets in OL2 30 shown View all streets

Acre Barn 1 Ainsdale Crescent 1 Alandale Drive 1 Albert Street 3 Albion Gardens Close 1 Alfred Street 2 Alison Street 1 All Saint's Close 1 Allen Close 1 Alpine Drive 2 Alston Avenue 1 Angela Avenue 1 Annersley Avenue 1 Appleby Walk 2 Arley Drive 1 Arlington Close 1 Arncott Close 2 Arnside Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashdown Way 1 Ashleigh Close 1 Ashwood Drive 1 Ashworth Court 1 Assheton Road 3 Astley Close 2 Avis Street 2 Avon Road 1 Baldwins Close 1 Ballard Way 1

Postcodes in OL2 50 shown View all postcodes

OL2 5AA OL2 5AB OL2 5AD OL2 5AE OL2 5AF OL2 5AG OL2 5AH OL2 5AJ OL2 5AL OL2 5AN OL2 5AP OL2 5AQ OL2 5AR OL2 5AS OL2 5AT OL2 5AU OL2 5AW OL2 5AX OL2 5AY OL2 5AZ OL2 5BA OL2 5BB OL2 5BD OL2 5BE OL2 5BF OL2 5BG OL2 5BH OL2 5BJ OL2 5BL OL2 5BN OL2 5BP OL2 5BQ OL2 5BS OL2 5BT OL2 5BU OL2 5BW OL2 5BX OL2 5BY OL2 5BZ OL2 5DA OL2 5DB OL2 5DD OL2 5DE OL2 5DF OL2 5DG OL2 5DH OL2 5DJ OL2 5DL OL2 5DN OL2 5DP