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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
30.97(-17%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.87(+1%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.77(+42%)
Public order
12.48(+24%)
Vehicle crime
9.82(+63%)
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 92 recent sales, the median property price is £209,000 in New Moston area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 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
Detached4£298,500
Flats3£109,500
Semi-Detached50£245,000
Terraced35£187,500

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

M403QP

Weston Avenue

M403TJ

Eastwood Avenue

M403WS

The Fairway

M403WW

West Avenue

M403PW

Onslow Avenue

M403RS

Walmersley Road

M403NU

The Links

M400DZ

Nuthurst Road

M400BD

St Marys Road

M400DX

Woodstock Road

M403GL

Hazeldene Road

M403LW

Heppleton Road

M403NB

Dunsley Avenue

M403PA

Broadway

M403PY

Trevor Drive

M403SE

Belding Avenue

M403SZ

Northfield Road

M403TA

Parkfield Road North

M403TD

Bannatyne Close

M400HJ

Lightbowne Road

M400AF

Easedale Road

M400AS

Shelley Street

M403RR

Hollinwood Avenue

M403RW

Northfield Road

M400DJ

Teddington Road

M400HX

Rockland Walk

M403EJ

Parkhurst Avenue

M403PR

Rishworth Drive

M403WA

The Fairway

M400DS

Woodstock Road

M400GB

Pitmore Walk

M403PT

Nuthurst Road

M403GE

Menston Avenue

M403LX

Lindale Avenue

M403ND

Muirfield Close

M403QL

Moston Lane East

M403QT

Moston

M403RQ

Parkfield Road North

M400BE

Arden Grove

M403QH

Moston Lane East

M403RN

Northfield Road

M400AW

Doulton Street

M400HQ

Woolton Close

M403LH

Chatwood Road

M403PB

Annesley Road

M403PE

Nevin Road

M400DB

St Marys Road

M403GJ

Moston Lane East

M403NF

Carnoustie Close

M403PL

Nuthurst Road

M403RL

Northfield Road

M400EB

Shafton Walk

M403QW

Parkhurst Avenue

M403WE

Skipton Avenue

M400EG

Charlestown

M400FZ

Charlestown

M403WQ

Broadway

M400BN

St Marys Road

M400EA

Charlestown

M403GN

Ruth Avenue

M400DU

Woodstock Road

M400EJ

Lightbowne Road

M403LY

Heppleton Road

M403NW

Broadway

M403QG

Moston Lane East

M400AR

Beechdale Close

M403NN

Myerscroft Close

M400BJ

St Marys Road

M400BX

Williams Road

M400FU

Tetsworth Walk

M403HD

Eastwood Road

M400ED

Blandford Drive

M400EL

Nuthurst Road

M400DR

Woodstock Road

M400DY

Woodstock Road

M403LS

Heyford Avenue

M403SF

Ashley Court Drive

M400GW

Highworth Drive

M403GW

Whitecar Avenue

M403NJ

The Fairway

M403RT

Kenwick Drive

M400FH

Thornford Walk

M403LT

Girvan Avenue

M403QS

Welling Road

M403SA

Avonbrook Drive

M403SL

Waters Edge

M403SU

Belgrave Road

M403WP

Bridport Avenue

M400LD

Tymm Street

M403LF

Falston Avenue

M403NH

The Fairway

M403PJ

Nuthurst Road

M403RJ

Hawthorn Road

M403SB

Haddon Avenue

M400AD

Merridale Road

M400DL

Trowbridge Drive

M400FG

Abberley Drive

M403GF

Moston Lane East

M403GP

Moston Lane East

M403LU

Heppleton Road

Data Sources

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