Land for sale

Land At Thornham Road, Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester OL2

The site comprises approximately 0.5 acres of elevated land situated along Thornham Road, Oldham, in an established and popular residential area. The plot occupies a favourable position at the edge of the urban settlement, adjoining open countryside, and benefits from uninterrupted views across fields toward Manchester city centre.

The surrounding area is characterised by a mix of established housing and green space, creating a strong setting for low-density residential development with clear market appeal (subject to planning)

Local Infrastructure & Amenities

The site is well supported by existing infrastructure and amenities, reducing development risk and supporting future occupier demand.

Education

A number of well-regarded schools are located within close proximity:

St Mary’s CE Primary School, High Crompton – approx. 0.6 miles
Crompton Primary School – approx. 0.9 miles
The Crompton House Church of England Academy (secondary) – approx. 1 mile
Royton & Crompton Academy – approx. 2 miles

The availability of both primary and secondary education within a short radius enhances the site’s suitability for family-led residential schemes.

Transport & Accessibility
Highway Network

M62 Junction 20 – approx. 4.5 miles / 10 minutes, providing strategic east–west connectivity across Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Merseyside.
Manchester city centre – approx. 9 miles / 25–30 minutes by car.
Public Transport
Regular bus services operate along Thornham Road, providing direct connections to Oldham, Royton and Shaw.
Oldham Mumps Metrolink tram stop – approx. 3 miles / 10 minutes by car, offering direct tram services to Manchester city centre with journey times of approximately 30–35 minutes.

This level of connectivity supports commuter demand and broadens the target buyer profile.

Retail & Local Services

High Crompton local shops and post office – approx. 0.5 miles

Royton town centre – approx. 1.5 miles

Shaw town centre – approx. 2 miles

Elk Mill Retail Park – approx. 2.5 miles, providing supermarkets, national retailers and food outlets

Oldham town centre (Spindles Town Square) – approx. 3 miles

The proximity of everyday services and larger retail centres ensures future occupiers have strong access to amenities without reliance on long-distance travel.

Site Characteristics & Development Appeal

Approximate site area: 0.5 acres
Elevated position with open countryside frontage
Long-distance views including Manchester skyline
Edge-of-settlement location supporting strong residential values
Well-established surrounding housing stock
Suitable for executive housing, bespoke dwellings or small residential scheme (subject to planning)

Important Note to Potential Purchasers & Tenants:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Potential purchasers: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. Potential tenants: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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