Abbey Hey is a residential area in east Manchester, located between Gorton and Openshaw. The area is primarily made up of terraced housing, with some local shops and amenities along Abbey Hey Lane. It has good transport links, with several bus routes connecting to Manchester city centre and surrounding areas.
The area is close to Debdale Park, which offers green space and a reservoir for outdoor activities. Abbey Hey is also near the Manchester City Football Academy, bringing some local employment opportunities. The community has a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals, with a range of age groups and backgrounds.
On average Abbey Hey has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Abbey Hey is £34,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Abbey Hey: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Abbey Hey area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £335,000.
By property type: semi-detached at £235,000; terraced at £163,500; flats at £130,000.
10 years price trend in Abbey Hey
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Godwin Street
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Walnut Street
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Abbey Hey Lane
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Green Fold
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Claymore Street
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Rockhampton Street
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Kirk Street
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Rookery Avenue
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.