{"id":2782,"date":"2021-10-05T21:12:39","date_gmt":"2021-10-05T21:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=2782"},"modified":"2021-10-05T21:12:40","modified_gmt":"2021-10-05T21:12:40","slug":"whats-it-like-to-live-in-rochdale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/whats-it-like-to-live-in-rochdale\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s it like to live in Rochdale?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sitting at the foothills of the Pennines\nwith the stunning Peak District National Park on the doorstep, Rochdale is a\nGreater Manchester town that offers big city connections coupled with a healthy\ndose of semi-rural living. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Did you know? <\/strong>The Rochdale Pioneers, the founding fathers of the Cooperative movement, opened the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochdale.gov.uk\/leisure-and-culture\/Pages\/20-things-to-know.aspx\">world\u2019s first Co-Operative (Co-op) shop<\/a> on Toad Lane in the town in 1844. Other famous people from Rochdale include actor and comedian Bill Oddie, actress Anna Friel, and politician Sajid Javid.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Less than 10\nmiles northeast of Manchester and around 5 miles north of Oldham, Rochdale\noffers great local amenities and leisure facilities and provides a more\naffordable alternative for homebuyers priced out of some of Great Manchester\u2019s more\nexpensive suburbs.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indeed, homes in Rochdale sold for an average\nprice of \u00a3189,187 over the last 12 months. Significantly more affordable than\nthe Greater Manchester region overall at \u00a3240,675 and particularly areas such\nas Bowden (\u00a3732,661), Bowdon (\u00a3705,560) Hale (\u00a3694,435)\nand Altrincham (\u00a3526,211). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is Rochdale the place for you? Read on to find\nout more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport links <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rochdale is a well-connected Greater\nManchester town with a dedicated railway station operated by Northern Railway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The station runs frequent services\n(that take between 14 and 18 minutes) to Manchester Victoria as well as direct\nroutes to Bolton, Blackburn, Preston, Chester, Leeds, and Southport. Perfect\nfor big city commuting and fun-filled day trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rochdale also offers an <a href=\"https:\/\/bustimes.org\/localities\/rochdale\">extensive bus and tram\nnetwork<\/a>\nthat serves the entire region as well as most major pockets of Manchester and\nnearby destinations including Bury, Smallbridge, and Littleborough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re travelling by motor vehicle,\nyou\u2019re also in luck because the area is served by the A58 and the M62 \u2013 both\noffering easy access to many of the northwest\u2019s most popular destinations as\nwell as swift connections to the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to journeying further afield,\nthere are four airports within an hour of Rochdale. Manchester Airport is the\nclosest at only 35 minutes\u2019 drive, followed by Leeds Bradford Airport,\nLiverpool John Lennon Airport and Blackpool Airport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearest stations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernrailway.co.uk\/stations\/RCD\"><strong>Rochdale Railway Station<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk\/plan-your-day-out\/stations\/bury\/\"><strong>Bury Bolton Street Train\nStation<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernrailway.co.uk\/stations\/MCV\"><strong>Manchester Victoria\nRailway Station<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Schools and education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to finding a solid\neducation for your children, only the best will do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is that Rochdale is home\nto a good choice of primary and secondary schools as well as settings with\nsuitable <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochdale.gov.uk\/schools-and-education\/special-educational-needs\/Pages\/send---the-local-offer.aspx\">SEND (special educational\nneeds &amp; disabilities)<\/a> provision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a number of highly rated primary\nschools in the Rochdale catchment area, most of which boast a \u2018Good\u2019 Ofsted rating.\nAll Souls Church of England Primary School, St Patrick&#8217;s Roman Catholic Primary\nSchool, Kentmere Primary Academy, Caldershaw Primary School, Whittaker\nMoss Primary School and Tonacliffe Primary School all sport an \u2018Outstanding\u2019\nOfsted rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those bigger kids looking to take\nthat next giant leap in their educational journey, there are currently <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk\/schools-by-type?step=phase&amp;region=354&amp;geographic=la&amp;phase=secondary\">15 secondary schools<\/a> within 3 miles of Rochdale. Hollingworth\nAcademy is considered \u2018Outstanding\u2019 and Falinge Park High School, Kingsway Park\nHigh School, Matthew Moss High School and Wardle Academy are all rated &#8216;Good&#8217;\nby Ofsted. As are special schools Redwood and Brownhill School.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have young adults looking for a\nrewarding fix of higher education, the nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopwood.ac.uk\/\">Hopwood Hall College and University Centre<\/a> is a vibrant campus offering a\nmix of academic qualifications, vocational courses, and dynamic modern\napprenticeships. Highly rated Rochdale Sixth Form College provides numerous A\nlevel courses.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh, and if you have tiny tots at home,\nyou needn\u2019t worry: there is a choice\nof <a href=\"https:\/\/www.daynurseries.co.uk\/day_nursery_search_results.cfm\/searchtown\/Rochdale\">trusted\nnurseries and playgroups<\/a> dotted in and around the Rochdale area.<em> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leisure and amenities <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re looking for everyday\nessentials or a spot of retail therapy with a bite to eat thrown into the mix,\nRochdale delivers the goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a decent mix of independent\nstores and high street retailers dotted around the town, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochdaleexchange.co.uk\/\">Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre<\/a> is home to a wide range of\npopular brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitrochdale.com\/things-to-do\/shopping\/the-rochdale-market-p438271\">Rochdale Open Market<\/a> runs on a weekly basis, with\ncountless traders selling everything from rare records to flowers, fresh local\nproduce, and beyond. Oh, and for your fix of big city shopping, Manchester city\ncentre is only a short hop, skip and a jump away, with its quirky markets,\nretro boutiques, and colossal retail outlets. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afflecks.com\/\">Afflecks Palace<\/a>, anyone?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the big weekly food shop, you\u2019re\nspoilt for choice in Rochdale too because there\u2019s an Asda, Lidl, Tesco,\nMorrisons, Farmfoods and Aldi all on the doorstep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you like to get active, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk\/venues\/rochdale-leisure-centre\/\">Rochdale Leisure Centre<\/a> is an inviting fitness hub\nwith two swimming pools, a thermal suite, a fully-equipped gymnasium, badminton\ncourts, and table tennis facilities. The centre also runs a wide range of\nexercise classes every week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to its location on the edge of\nthe majestic Pennines, there is no end of green open space to explore either.\nIn addition to a choice of epic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitmanchester.com\/ideas-and-inspiration\/blog\/read\/2017\/05\/top-5-walks-in-rochdale-b224\">nature walks and trails<\/a> in the town itself, Rochdale\nis also home to plenty of <a href=\"http:\/\/rochdale.gov.uk\/leisure-and-culture\/parks-and-countryside\">parks and adventure playgrounds<\/a> too. And of course, historic\nManchester is just down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s on?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rochdale plays host to all manner of local\ngatherings, fetes, exhibitions, and performing arts events <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochdaleonline.co.uk\/events\/\">throughout the year.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.empirerochdale.co.uk\/\">Empire Rochdale<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtaintheatrerochdale.co.uk\/\">Curtain Theatre<\/a> also host an amazing lineup of plays, musicals, dance classes, and\ngigs (including performances from up-and-coming bands, local legends, and\ntop-flight tribute acts).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitrochdale.com\/food-and-drink\/pubs-and-bars\">dining out<\/a>, there\u2019s no end of choice. In\nfact, there is a healthy selection of slick bars, welcoming country pubs, and\nexcellent eateries. <a href=\"http:\/\/bombaybrew.co.uk\/\">The Bombay Brew<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/manneristuk\">The Mannerist<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewatersideexperience.co.uk\/\">The Waterside Restaurant &amp; Wine Bar<\/a> all come highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here are some other must-visit attractions and landscapes in and\naround Rochdale:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fusiliermuseum.com\/\">Fusilier Museum<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk\/plan-your-day-out\/bury-transport-museum\/\">Bury Transport Museum<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochdale.gov.uk\/leisure-and-culture\/Pages\/hollingworth-lake.aspx\">Hollingworth Lake<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk\/venues\/touchstones-rochdale\/\">Touchstones Rochdale<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/englishmonarchs.co.uk\/henry7_chapel.html\">Henry VII Chapel<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldham.gov.uk\/info\/200393\/parks_countryside_and_canals\/705\/strinesdale\">Strinesdale Reservoir<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/trail\/england\/greater-manchester\/blackstone-edge-and-green-withens-reservoir-circular\">Blackstone Edge<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk\/\">Science &amp; Industry Museum (Central Manchester)<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Crime and safety <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, the residents of Rochdale\nfeel safe and secure, and this is largely down to the region\u2019s more active <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochdale.gov.uk\/more-services\/emergencies-and-crime\">crime prevention\ninitiatives<\/a>\nin recent years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like any sizable town or metropolitan\narea, crime does exist in Rochdale, but rates are lower than many other regions\nof Greater Manchester and Rochdale is well patrolled by The Greater Manchester\nPolice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a full rundown of crime statistics\nin Rochdale, visit the region\u2019s dedicated Police UK <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.uk\/pu\/your-area\/greater-manchester-police\/milkstone-and-deeplish\/\">page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Want to know more?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out current properties available in Rochdale <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/houses-for-sale\/rochdale-greater-manchester\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sitting at the foothills of the Pennines with the stunning Peak District National Park on the doorstep, Rochdale is a Greater Manchester town that offers big city connections coupled with a healthy dose of semi-rural living. 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