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Gorse Hill

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About

Gorse Hill is a residential area in Trafford, located between Stretford and Old Trafford. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached houses, with some local amenities including shops and pubs. It is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes providing links to Manchester city centre and surrounding areas.

The area has several green spaces, such as Gorse Hill Park, offering recreational facilities for residents. Nearby schools and community centres cater to families, while its proximity to major roads like the A56 makes commuting convenient. Gorse Hill retains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to the busier hubs of Stretford and Old Trafford.

Area overview

On average Gorse Hill has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gorse Hill is £40,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Gorse Hill: 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

7/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

15.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Gorse Hill Population

8,878

Population density

4,169.2 per km²

Demographics

British

4,720

53.17%

Pakistani

962

10.84%

Other White

522

5.88%

Caribbean

434

4.89%

Indian

377

4.25%

Total population: 8,878

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,278

34.88%

Private landlord or letting agency

885

24.15%

Owns outright

838

22.87%

Other social rented

381

10.4%

Social rents from council

188

5.13%

Total households: 3,664

Property prices in Gorse Hill

Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Gorse Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £415,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	14	£172,000	£114,250	£165,125	£195,000	£239,150
Semi-Detached	18	£302,750	£252,750	£285,000	£334,663	£381,000
Terraced	42	£272,500	£170,250	£248,125	£296,563	£332,375

10 years price trend in Gorse Hill

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail