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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

M403WR

Winton Avenue

M403SD

Culross Avenue

M403RG

Parkfield Road North

M403RP

Northfield Road

M400FL

Wigsby Avenue

M400GW

Highworth Drive

M403PH

Broadway

M403LE

Mandley Avenue

M403SL

Waters Edge

M403LP

Warbeck Road

M403RT

Kenwick Drive

M403QR

Chauncy Road

M403TG

Vine Fold

M403AQ

Calverton Drive

M403RN

Northfield Road

M403RZ

Parkleigh Drive

M400EZ

Oxhill Walk

M403TA

Parkfield Road North

M400FX

Charlestown

M403PX

Dovestone Walk

M400GD

Charlestown

M403WX

Dalmahoy Close

M400GF

Blueberry Avenue

M403PW

Onslow Avenue

M400FA

Charlestown

M400EA

Charlestown

M403QG

Moston Lane East

M403SR

Belgrave Road

M403PU

Nuthurst Road

M403RB

Hollingworth Avenue

M400BH

St Mary's Road

M403QX

Glensdale Drive

M400EN

Enderby Road

M403RD

Northfield Avenue

M400FP

Kirkhill Walk

M403LX

Lindale Avenue

M403ND

Muirfield Close

M400GA

Ottery Walk

M400AS

Shelley Street

M403SE

Belding Avenue

M400EH

Charlestown

M400BF

St Marys Road

M403PP

Nuthurst Road

M403QQ

Rustons Walk

M403WQ

Broadway

M400FY

Blandford Drive

M403QF

Nuthurst Road

M403GN

Ruth Avenue

M400BB

Worthington Street

M403PR

Rishworth Drive

M403WT

The Fairway

M403RJ

Hawthorn Road

M403GL

Hazeldene Road

M403WP

Bridport Avenue

M403NG

Oakwood Avenue

M400EG

Charlestown

M403WE

Skipton Avenue

M400BA

Clapham Street

M400FG

Abberley Drive

M403RU

Kenwick Drive

M403SX

Belgrave Road

M403WY

Whitegate Close

M403GG

Chauncy Road

M400AB

Marleyer Close

M403WN

Broadway

M403QB

Moston

M400HZ

Pleasington Drive

M400DJ

Teddington Road

M400BG

Lightbowne Road

M400DL

Trowbridge Drive

M403WB

Lindrick Close

M403TE

Eastwood Road

M403RS

Walmersley Road

M403GW

Whitecar Avenue

M403QL

Moston Lane East

M403QP

Weston Avenue

M403QA

Firdale Avenue

M403GP

Moston Lane East

M403PB

Annesley Road

M403WA

The Fairway

M403QD

Greenholme Close

M403GH

Moston Lane East

M400DU

Woodstock Road

M403QT

Moston

M400FT

Charlestown

M400EX

Roxby Walk

M400FJ

Lightbowne Road

M403NT

The Links

M403PG

Rishworth Drive

M403PS

Rishworth Drive

M400AF

Easedale Road

M403WS

The Fairway

M400AH

Holly Bank

M400BD

St Marys Road

M403WG

Nuthurst Road

M403NW

Broadway

M400DA

St Marys Road

M400DY

Woodstock Road

M403LJ

Broadway

M403NU

The Links

Data Sources

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