Bacup Road, Todmorden, OL14
- Land size
- 2 acres
Key Features
- Over 2 acres of versatile land, sitting on the outskirts of Todmorden
- Located on a road with lots of open land and old character properties of a high stature, ideal for equestrian needs
- Sitting roughly 2 miles outside of Todmorden and 4 miles outside of Bacup
- The land currently has a detached agricultural outbuilding sitting on it, ideal for storing vehicles, tools, building materials etc
- The land has previously had planning permission for a pair of semi detached properties
- Potential development opportunity (subject to planning)
Description
Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire over 2 acres of versatile land situated on the outskirts of Todmorden, this exceptional plot is ideally positioned on a road lined with open countryside and distinguished period properties. The location is particularly well suited to those seeking equestrian facilities, with ample space for grazing and easy access to local bridleways. Approximately 2 miles from the centre of Todmorden and just 4 miles from Bacup, the land offers a peaceful rural setting while remaining within convenient reach of local amenities, schools and transport links.
Currently occupying the site is a detached agricultural outbuilding, providing substantial storage for vehicles, machinery, tools or building materials (perfect for those with agricultural or hobbyist interests). The land has previously benefited from planning permission for a pair of semi-detached properties, highlighting its potential as a development opportunity (subject to the necessary planning consents). The surrounding area is renowned for its scenic beauty, with rolling hills and characterful homes contributing to a desirable and established neighbourhood. Whether you are searching for a site to create your dream home, pursue equestrian interests or invest in a promising development project, this land presents a wealth of possibilities.
The generous proportions and flexible layout allow for a variety of uses, making it an attractive option for buyers with vision and ambition. With its combination of size, location and potential, this is a plot that stands out in the local market. Early enquiries are highly recommended to fully appreciate the scope of what is on offer and to explore the various possibilities available (including the option to reinstate or revise previous planning permissions). For further information or to arrange a site visit, please contact our office.
Parking - Off street
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-07-24
Price history
| Date | Change | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Aug 2026 | Reduced 12.2% (−£55,000) | £395,000 |
| Until 7 Aug 2026 | Asking price | £450,000 |
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 115 Development Land listings in Yorkshire and The Humber (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Sharneyford Primary School0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 63
- Type
- Community school
- St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy1.4 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 94
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Cornholme Junior, Infant and Nursery School1.5 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 105
- Type
- Community school
- Bacup Thorn Primary School1.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 253
- Type
- Community school
- Britannia Community Primary School1.6 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 204
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Todmorden High School, A SHARE Academy2.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 885
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Valley Leadership Academy3.4 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 578
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School3.7 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,087
- Type
- Academy converter
- Whitworth Community High School3.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 654
- Type
- Community school
- Alder Grange School5 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 899
- Type
- Community school
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Surface water
Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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49-51 Church Street, Littleborough, Rochdale OL15 8AB
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