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Lostock & Barton

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About

Lostock & Barton ward is a residential area in the north of Trafford, primarily characterised by suburban housing. It is bordered by the Bridgewater Canal to the south and the M60 motorway to the north, creating a defined boundary. The ward contains the distinct neighbourhoods of Lostock, a planned garden suburb, and the more traditional Barton upon Irwell. Housing is a mix of inter-war semis and later developments, with significant green spaces like Lostock Park.

A notable local landmark is the historic Barton Swing Aqueduct, which carries the canal over the Manchester Ship Canal. The area is served by Lostock railway station on the Bolton line. Much of the land use is dedicated to housing, with local shops and schools concentrated along Lostock Road and Manchester Road, serving the community's daily needs.

Area overview

On average Lostock & Barton has moderate deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 15.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lostock & Barton is £53,893 per year. There are 6 schools in Lostock & Barton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
15.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Lostock & Barton

Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Lostock & Barton area, with individual transactions ranging from £49,370 up to £530,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lostock & Barton 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 Lostock & Barton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£405,000
Flats2£96,185
Semi-Detached74£299,000
Terraced22£259,000

10 years median price trend in Lostock & Barton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lostock & Barton.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.