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Moss Side

About

Moss Side is a residential area in Manchester, located just south of the city centre. It is bordered by Hulme, Whalley Range, and Chorlton-on-Medlock. The ward has a mix of terraced housing, flats, and green spaces, with Platt Fields Park being a notable feature. The area is well-connected by public transport, with several bus routes serving the community.

Moss Side has a strong sense of local identity, with community centres and independent businesses playing a key role. The area has faced challenges in the past but has seen regeneration efforts in recent years. Its proximity to the universities and city centre makes it a practical location for students and workers. The ward also has cultural significance, with a history tied to Manchester’s music and sports scenes.

Area overview

On average Moss Side has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 45.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Moss Side is £31,905 per year. There are 5 schools in Moss Side: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 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

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Moss Side Population

21,275

Population density

12,963.1 per km²

Demographics

African

5,058

23.78%

British

3,874

18.21%

Pakistani

2,450

11.52%

Arab

1,538

7.23%

Caribbean

1,489

Total population: 21,273

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,401

33.02%

Other social rented

2,313

31.81%

Owns with a mortgage

816

11.22%

Social rents from council

804

11.06%

Owns outright

696

9.57%

Total households: 7,271

Property prices in Moss Side

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Moss Side area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £450,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Moss Side over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£152,500	£152,500	£152,500	£152,500	£152,500
Flats	4	£186,250	£151,100	£171,500	£194,375	£198,875
Semi-Detached	2	£185,500	£158,050	£170,250	£200,750	£212,950
Terraced	64	£213,750	£140,750	£197,250	£240,250	£280,000

10 years median price trend in Moss Side

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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