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Didsbury West

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About

Didsbury West is a residential ward situated on the southern edge of Manchester, bordered by the River Mersey to the south. The area is characterised by wide, tree-lined streets and a mix of housing, from large Victorian and Edwardian villas to more modern developments. Its layout centres around several local shopping parades, with Burton Road serving as a primary hub for independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing a focal point for daily life.

The ward contains significant green spaces, including Marie Louise Gardens, a formal park with ornamental features, and the expansive Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden. The latter incorporates the Stenner Woods nature reserve and rock gardens, offering varied landscapes within the city. The area is also home to several schools and Didsbury Library, a Carnegie library built in the early 20th century, which continues to serve the community.

Area overview

On average Didsbury West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 126 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Didsbury West is £58,044 per year. There are 7 schools in Didsbury West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Didsbury West is home to around 15,083 people, with a population density of about 4,503.6 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
126
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Didsbury West Population
15,083
Population density
4,503.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Vehicle crime
29.17(+387%)
Anti-social behaviour
27.32(+52%)
Violence and sexual offences
26.79(-28%)
Burglary
22.67(+309%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.2(+36%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,509
69.66%
Other White
1,125
7.46%
Irish
489
3.24%
Indian
458
3.04%
Pakistani
348
2.31%
Total population: 15,086

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
9,394
71.04%
Level 3 (A level)
1,375
10.4%
No qualifications
924
6.99%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
740
5.6%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
401
3.03%
Total 16+ residents: 13,223

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
3,123
42.03%
Owns with a mortgage
2,130
28.66%
Owns outright
1,450
19.51%
Other social rented
514
6.92%
Other forms of private rent
121
1.63%
Total households: 7,431

Property prices in Didsbury West

Based on 302 recent sales, the median property price is £350,000 in Didsbury West area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £1,385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Didsbury West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Didsbury West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced61£505,000
Semi-Detached51£635,000
Detached15£790,000
Flats175£263,500

10 years median price trend in Didsbury West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Didsbury West.

All postcodes in Didsbury West

M201LX

Georgia Avenue

M202NS

Lapwing Lane

M202NA

Burton Road

M202GD

The Hollies

M202TE

Deneford Road

M202EN

The Boulevard

M202JR

Moordale Street

M206AE

Holmwood Road

M206UG

Didsbury West

M202AJ

Barlow Moor Road

M202BB

Burton Road

M203JT

Danesmoor Road

M202XA

Elizabeth Slinger Road

M202JX

Mayfair Mews

M202XJ

Glenmore Avenue

M202PW

Barlow Moor Road

M206US

Lapwing Lane

M202PY

Mersey Road

M206TZ

Churchwood Road

M202GB

Mersey Meadows

M202EH

Dundreggan Gardens

M202LL

Warwick Avenue

M202DN

Wilmslow Road

M206UJ

Wilmslow Road

M202PS

Pencarrow Close

M202WW

Clyde Road

M202NH

Cresswell Grove

M202JQ

Houseman Crescent

M202FA

Spath Road

M202TW

Harefield Drive

M201JR

Perrygate Avenue

M202RB

Wilmslow Road

M202QP

Bamford Road

M202FF

Bamford Grove

M202FW

Didsbury West

M201QH

Cavendish Road

M202JN

Clyde Road

M202JS

Pandora Street

M202UQ

Canterbury Park

M203BF

Calluna Mews

M202YR

Twyford Close

M206UF

Grove Lane

M202AH

The Beeches

M206AA

Lyndhurst Road

M202XD

Rowsley Avenue

M202PU

Barlow Moor Road

M202ND

Tintern Avenue

M202WT

Lapwing Lane

M202PR

Mersey Road

M202SY

Whitehaven Gardens

M202TD

Deneford Road

M202YP

Glynn Gardens

M202DG

Norgate Street

M202ZE

Princess Road

M202TG

Dene Road

M202FE

Sandiway Drive

M202TX

Holme Road

M202NT

Lapwing Lane

M202ZF

Princess Road

M203DD

Wensley Drive

M202TP

Holme Road

M201QD

Cavendish Avenue

M201JU

Disley Avenue

M202GT

Spath Road

M203QX

Wilmslow Road

M202ZL

Craigmore Avenue

M202LZ

Burton Road

M201LU

Cavendish Road

M203PP

Palatine Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.