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About

New Moston is a residential suburb located in northeast Manchester, bordered by Blackley and Failsworth. The area is characterised by rows of terraced and semi-detached housing built primarily in the early to mid-20th century, alongside more recent developments. It functions as a practical residential community with local shopping parades along Moston Lane and Lightbowne Road, providing essential services. The area includes several primary schools and green spaces like Lightbowne Park, serving the everyday needs of its residents.

The landscape is marked by the presence of the Rochdale Canal, which runs along its western edge, offering a route for walking and cycling. A notable local landmark is the Moston Miners’ Social Club, reflecting the area's historical connections to industry. Public transport links, including bus routes, connect the area to Manchester city centre and surrounding districts. The overall atmosphere is that of a settled, unassuming neighbourhood with a strong sense of local community.

Area overview

On average New Moston has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in New Moston is £42,552 per year. There are 3 schools in New Moston: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). New Moston is home to around 10,494 people, with a population density of about 4,869.4 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
24.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

New Moston Population
10,494
Population density
4,869.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
31.07(-17%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.87(+5%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.77(+42%)
Public order
12.48(+23%)
Vehicle crime
9.82(+64%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,488
71.36%
African
1,013
9.65%
Other White
337
3.21%
Pakistani
283
2.7%
Chinese
238
2.27%
Total population: 10,494

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,085
25.52%
No qualifications
1,917
23.46%
Level 3 (A level)
1,364
16.7%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,093
13.38%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
947
11.59%
Total 16+ residents: 8,170

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,384
32.91%
Owns with a mortgage
1,228
29.2%
Social rents from council
584
13.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
577
13.72%
Other social rented
330
7.85%
Total households: 4,205

Property prices in New Moston

Based on 91 recent sales, the median property price is £216,000 in New Moston area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,000 up to £390,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for New Moston 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 New Moston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats4£104,750
Semi-Detached45£240,000
Detached7£322,000
Terraced35£198,000

10 years median price trend in New Moston

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in New Moston.

All postcodes in New Moston

M400FD

Charlestown

M400FU

Tetsworth Walk

M400GN

Rimsdale Drive

M403NX

The Fairway

M400AN

Reedsdale Road

M400DN

Whitstable Road

M400FR

Rainton Walk

M403SB

Haddon Avenue

M403NN

Myerscroft Close

M403QY

Moston Lane East

M403WH

Greenways

M403QW

Parkhurst Avenue

M403PE

Nevin Road

M403SW

Elder Grove

M403LU

Heppleton Road

M403RW

Northfield Road

M400GQ

Blandford Drive

M400EL

Nuthurst Road

M400ED

Blandford Drive

M400DQ

Kelham Walk

M400AD

Merridale Road

M400BR

Stanwell Road

M403PJ

Nuthurst Road

M400DP

Teddington Road

M403TH

Edith Cliff Walk

M400BT

Pleasington Drive

M403RH

Hawthorn Road

M403RE

Atherley Grove

M400EB

Shafton Walk

M403SZ

Northfield Road

M403NH

The Fairway

M400DH

Poynter Street

M403GQ

Leabrook Drive

M403PF

Melford Avenue

M403RY

Parkleigh Drive

M403QU

Westwood Avenue

M403EJ

Parkhurst Avenue

M400BP

Halford Drive

M403WU

Hoylake Close

M403NR

Nuthurst Road

M403RQ

Parkfield Road North

M403GJ

Moston Lane East

M403SA

Avonbrook Drive

M403TF

Eastwood Road

M400FZ

Charlestown

M403BB

Northfield Road

M403RA

Southway

M400EY

Metfield Walk

M403LH

Chatwood Road

M403QE

Romer Avenue

M403NJ

The Fairway

M400DX

Woodstock Road

M403SS

Belgrave Road

M400HU

Snowden Walk

M400GB

Pitmore Walk

M403LW

Heppleton Road

M403SY

Northfield Road

M400AR

Beechdale Close

M400HP

Ancaster Walk

M400HX

Rockland Walk

M403PD

Broadway

M400AQ

St Marys Road

M400DW

Teddington Road

M403QS

Welling Road

M403WW

West Avenue

M403NA

Chatwood Road

M403PT

Nuthurst Road

M403NL

Broadway

M400FF

Nuthurst Road

M403NE

The Fairway

M403QH

Moston Lane East

M403LF

Falston Avenue

M400ES

Blandford Drive

M403QN

Parkhurst Avenue

M400HQ

Woolton Close

M403PL

Nuthurst Road

M403NF

Carnoustie Close

M400LD

Tymm Street

M403PQ

Nuthurst Road

M400AP

Williams Road

M403PY

Trevor Drive

M400BQ

St Mary's Road

M403LS

Heyford Avenue

M400BN

St Marys Road

M403HD

Eastwood Road

M403LL

Broadway

M400DZ

Nuthurst Road

M403PA

Broadway

M400BE

Arden Grove

M400EW

Nuthurst Road

M403LZ

Borland Avenue

M403SU

Belgrave Road

M400FW

Fontwell Walk

M400BX

Williams Road

M400AT

St Marys Road

M400AJ

Abbeydale Road

M403RL

Northfield Road

M403GF

Moston Lane East

M400FB

Linford Avenue

M403WL

Barlea Avenue

Data Sources

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