M24 1AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Townley Street, 0.1km from Lark Hill in Middleton (Rochdale). Administratively it sits within North Middleton ward and the Heywood and Middleton constituency.
For families considering a move, M24 1AS represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for M24 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00028052 (shared with 43 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TOWNLEY STREET, M24 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWNLEY STREET, M24 1AS.
290
43
£ 36,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M24 1AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. M24 1AS's 64% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M24 1AS. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
school Local Schools
St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale
Middleton Parish Church School
Parkfield Primary School
Middleton Technology School
Sunny Brow Nursery School
Alkrington Primary School
Elm Wood Primary School
Boarshaw Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- B&M Express0.5 km
- Greggs0.5 km
- Holland & Barrett Ltd0.5 km
- KENTOSS Food Stuffs0.4 km
- Kenyon Lane Express0.9 km
- + 43 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Iceland0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
25 nearby- Britannia Inn0.4 km
- Club 3000 Bingo0.5 km
- Edgar Wood0.4 km
- Woodside Working Mens Club0.8 km
- Ye Olde Boars Head0.4 km
- + 20 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Cafe Salento0.5 km
- Dine Contract Catering @ Robert McBride Ltd0.7 km
- Go Kids Karting0.4 km
- Jeffries Casino0.4 km
- La Min Haz0.2 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- Burgerscape0.2 km
- Domino's Pizzas0.2 km
- Dua's Grill0.8 km
- Happy Chef0.9 km
- Middleton Fish Bar0.4 km
- + 33 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mills Hill1.5 km
- Moston3.3 km
- Oldham Werneth4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Spring Vale0.0 km
- Spring Vale0.1 km
- Taylor Street0.1 km
- Taylor Street0.1 km
- Victoria Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: M241AS · Data under Open Government Licence