About Shawforth

Shawforth is a village located in Lancashire, England, within the OL12 postcode area. It lies approximately three miles from the town of Rochdale and is well-connected by local roads. The village features a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops and schools, catering to the needs of its residents. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with several walking paths nearby. Shawforth is also close to the Pennine hills, making it a suitable base for those wishing to explore the natural beauty of the region. The village has a community spirit, with local events and gatherings that foster a sense of belonging among its inhabitants.

School Ratings in Shawforth

Families in Shawforth have access to 87 local schools. Kentmere Primary Academy and Rochdale Sixth Form College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shawforth

Homes sell for an average of £170K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £117K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shawforth

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Shawforth, with 7 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shawforth

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shawforth 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 Shawforth

Shawforth 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 5,631 sales

Average Price £170K
£400 — £3.36M
Detached £282K 1,156
Semi £165K 1,486
Terraced £117K 2,337
Flat £100K 325

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

51 Primary
7 Secondary
29 Other
St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Britannia Community Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Our Lady and St Anselm's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitworth Primary Good 1.2 miles Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Whitworth Community High School Secondary Good 1.8 miles Whitworth Children's Centre 1.9 miles St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary Inadequate 1.9 miles The Maden Community & Children's Centre Outstanding 2.2 miles Tonacliffe Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Bacup Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 2.4 miles Bacup Thorn Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shawforth IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shawforth 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
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
15,133 Children (0-15) 22%
43,330 Working Age 62%
15,315 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 29.3% 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 Shawforth 20 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Shawforth are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

7 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Drugs
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
1 Other Theft
1 Public Order
1 Vehicle Crime
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

Walsden Train Station 2.6 miles
Todmorden Train Station 3.4 miles
Littleborough Train Station 3.6 miles
Smithy Bridge Train Station 3.9 miles
Rochdale Train Station 4.9 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Facit 0.9 miles Millgate 0.9 miles Britannia 0.9 miles Trough Gate 0.9 miles Whitworth 1.4 miles Higher Hogshead 1.4 miles Rockcliffe 1.8 miles Ramsden Wood 2 miles Belgrave 2 miles Fold Head 2 miles Clough Foot 2 miles Bacup 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Rochdale
County Lancashire
Ward Healey
Constituency Rochdale
Parish Rochdale, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL12 30 shown View all streets

Aberdeen Gardens 1 Acre Street 4 Ada Street 1 Aden Street 1 Ainsdale Drive 1 Ainsworth Street 1 Albert Street 1 Albury Drive 1 Alder Meadow Close 1 Alderbank 1 Alderman Foley Drive 1 Alfred Street 1 Alice Street 1 Alicia Drive 2 All Saints Terrace 1 Alma Street 1 Alpine Drive 2 Amy Street 1 Armstrong Hurst Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ashbrook Crescent 1 Ashbrook Hey Lane 4 Ashmount Drive 1 Ashworth Street 3 Aspen Gardens 1 Athol Street 2 Augusta Close 1 Augusta Street 1 Back Patience Street 1 Bagnall Close 1

Postcodes in OL12 50 shown View all postcodes

OL12 0AA OL12 0AD OL12 0AE OL12 0AF OL12 0AG OL12 0AH OL12 0AJ OL12 0AL OL12 0AN OL12 0AP OL12 0AR OL12 0AS OL12 0AT OL12 0AU OL12 0AW OL12 0AX OL12 0AY OL12 0AZ OL12 0BA OL12 0BD OL12 0BE OL12 0BF OL12 0BG OL12 0BH OL12 0BJ OL12 0BL OL12 0BN OL12 0BP OL12 0BQ OL12 0BS OL12 0BT OL12 0BU OL12 0BW OL12 0BX OL12 0BY OL12 0BZ OL12 0DH OL12 0DN OL12 0DP OL12 0DQ OL12 0DR OL12 0DS OL12 0DU OL12 0DX OL12 0DY OL12 0DZ OL12 0EA OL12 0EB OL12 0ED OL12 0EE