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Broughton East

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About

Broughton East is a residential area in Manchester, located north of the city center. It is bordered by Cheetham Hill to the west and Higher Broughton to the east. The area features a mix of Victorian and early 20th-century terraced houses, along with some modern apartment developments. Green spaces like Broughton Park provide local recreation, while nearby Bury New Road offers shops and amenities.

The area has good transport links, with several bus routes connecting it to central Manchester and Salford. Broughton East is primarily a quiet, residential neighborhood, with a blend of long-term residents and newer arrivals. Its proximity to the city center makes it a practical choice for commuters. The local community includes a range of cultural backgrounds, reflecting Manchester’s broader diversity.

Area overview

On average Broughton East has very high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 53.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Broughton East is £32,300 per year. There are 9 schools in Broughton East: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
53%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Broughton East Population
8,279
Population density
11,029.8 per km²

Demographics

British
4,279
51.68%
Other White
1,391
16.8%
African
883
10.67%
Other
412
4.98%
Pakistani
341
4.12%
Total population: 8,279

Housing

Other social rented
868
32.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
705
26.37%
Social rents from council
502
18.78%
Owns outright
258
9.65%
Owns with a mortgage
251
9.39%
Total households: 2,673

Property prices in Broughton East

Based on 22 recent sales, the median property price is £210,500 in Broughton East area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,000 up to £550,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£300,000
Flats11£118,000
Semi-Detached3£295,000
Terraced5£295,000

10 years price trend in Broughton East

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.