What home types are most common in Blackley?

Housing mix: semi-detached 48.3%, terraced 23.7%.

How safe is Blackley?

Crime level in Blackley is very low with about 0 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the Blackley population and density?

Blackley population is 11,213 with density 4533.1 per km².

How much social housing is near Blackley?

About 35.0% across the Blackley area.

What are house prices in Blackley?

Based on 57 recent sales, the median price is £235,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How deprived is Blackley?

Deprivation score 10/10 (rank 2334 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in Blackley?

Average resident income is about £36,700 per year.

What are prices by property type in Blackley?

Latest medians: Detached £350,000, Semi-detached £240,000, Terraced £195,000, Flats £58,250.

How many households are in Blackley?

There are 4,378 households in Blackley

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Q: What schools in Blackley and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Blackley: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / North West / Manchester / Blackley

About

Blackley is a residential area in north Manchester, known for its mix of housing and green spaces. The area features a range of properties, from Victorian terraces to postwar semis, catering to families and first-time buyers. Heaton Park, one of the largest municipal parks in Europe, borders Blackley, offering walking trails, sports facilities, and a historic hall. Local amenities include independent shops, pubs, and schools, providing a practical base for daily life.

Transport links connect Blackley to central Manchester via buses and the nearby M60 motorway, making it accessible for commuters. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events often held at the library or community centres. While quieter than some city neighbourhoods, Blackley balances urban convenience with suburban calm. Industrial heritage remains visible, with some former mills repurposed for modern use. The mix of affordability and greenery makes it a practical choice for those seeking a balance between city living and space.

Area overview

On average Blackley has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blackley is £36,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Blackley: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

35%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Blackley Population

11,213

Population density

4,533.1 per km²

Demographics

British

6,438

57.41%

African

1,383

12.33%

Other White

742

6.62%

Pakistani

688

6.14%

Other Black

233

2.08%

Total population: 11,214

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,204

27.49%

Social rents from council

1,019

23.27%

Owns outright

779

17.79%

Private landlord or letting agency

767

17.52%

Other social rented

436

9.96%

Total households: 4,379

Property prices in Blackley

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Blackley area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,325 up to £395,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	12	£350,000	£205,750	£283,750	£374,750	£386,750
Flats	4	£58,250	£50,750	£53,750	£74,875	£106,975
Semi-Detached	25	£240,000	£184,000	£215,000	£263,000	£293,000
Terraced	16	£195,000	£94,331	£179,250	£270,000	£277,500

10 years price trend in Blackley

All postcodes in Blackley

M96JS

Crossdale Road

M96NY

Haverfield Road

M96SE

Blackley

M96SF

Dam Head Drive

M97EN

Polefield Road

M97FW

Polefield Road

M97GF

Common Alder Way

M98BS

Eldermount Road

M98FE

Imperial Way

M98ES

Blackley New Road

M96HU

Newburn Avenue

M96NF

Tweedale Avenue

M96NH

Plant Hill Road

M96PE

French Barn Lane

M96PP

Coldstream Avenue

M96RD

Stockdale Road

M96RU

Mansfield Drive

M96RW

Beardwood Road

M98QP

Old Market Street

M98PZ

Carrsdale Drive

M96UY

Chanters Close

M97GR

Hemlock Way

M98BX

Old Road

M98EG

Blackley New Road

M98FJ

Chapelhill Drive

M98FY

Old Market Street

M98PY

Lion Brow

M95FA

Cobble Bank

M96DE

Blackley

M96EE

Blackley

M96JJ

Amesbury Road

M96RQ

Cecil Road

M96SH

Sanderstead Drive

M97FP

Coulsden Drive

M98DG

Gilman Close

M98PU

Newcroft Drive

M96JQ

Amesbury Road

M96JR

Levedale Road

M96NQ

Jurby Avenue

M96PH

Claxton Avenue

M97AB

Charlestown Road

M97EP

Blackley

M97GS

Charlestown Road

M98NN

Brackenlea Drive

M98DF

Domett Street

M98DH

Cobble Bank

M95FD

Oakworth Street

M96AD

Cecil Road

M96AY

Blackley

M96DN

Benmore Road

M96JG

Dugdale Avenue

M96RS

Floyer Road

M96SU

Ravenswood Drive

M97BP

Osterley Road

M98FH

Old Market Street

M98QG

Old Market Street

M96EB

Blackley

M96EH

Benmore Road

M96LS

Haddington Drive

M96PT

Ashdown Avenue

M96RA

Victoria Avenue

M96RH

Mansfield Road

M96RJ

Mansfield Avenue

M96WE

Hendon Road

M97BR

Charlestown Road

M98DB

Blackley New Road

M96HP

Victoria Avenue East

M96JY

Naseby Avenue

M96LR

Haddington Drive

M96PY

Ashdown Grove

M96WD

Longton Road

M98EN

Blackley New Road

M98FZ

Cody Avenue

M98NJ

Marshbrook Drive

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