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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, about 21% below the North West average of 109 per 1,000. 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

Median price£225,250
Price per sq ft£264
Sales (last 12 months)84
Typical range (middle 50%)£190K – £283K

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £225,250 (about £264 per square foot) in New Moston area, with individual transactions ranging from £109,500 up to £575,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in New Moston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached7£302,500£266
Semi-Detached42£237,500£275
Terraced33£198,000£232
Flats2£156,750£287

10-year price trendmedian sale price in New Moston

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in New Moston.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£145,000£88,750£135,000£105,000
2017£206,500£65,500£132,500£102,250
2018£226,000£75,000£143,250£121,000
2019£257,500£125,500£150,000£123,000
2020£270,000£128,000£155,000£135,000
2021£235,000£137,000£178,000£140,000
2022£312,000£122,500£216,000£170,000
2023£345,250£146,500£217,500£184,250
2024£326,250£129,500£218,750£180,000
2025£302,500£104,750£240,000£192,500
2026£295,000—£237,500£196,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in New Moston.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in New Moston.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£201£154£150£132
2017£197£129£147£129
2018£203£132£165£134
2019£195£166£178£151
2020£233£189£178£166
2021£250£223£205£181
2022£277£183£239£199
2023£269£221£244£204
2024£295£218£238£232
2025£261£214£269£226
2026£313—£278£271
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in New Moston.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for New Moston in the last year.

All postcodes in New Moston

M400DE

St Marys Road

M403WD

Gullane Close

M400FQ

Blandford Drive

M400AU

Minton Street

M403TD

Bannatyne Close

M400EJ

Lightbowne Road

M400FS

Blandford Drive

M403NP

West Avenue

M400HY

Amport Walk

M403WF

Anfield Road

M400FH

Thornford Walk

M403PN

Repton Avenue

M400BL

St Marys Road

M403GE

Menston Avenue

M403NS

Anfield Road

M400EP

Charlestown

M403ST

Belgrave Road

M400GE

Blueberry Avenue

M400HJ

Lightbowne Road

M400BW

Fern Bank

M400DB

St Marys Road

M400EU

Charlestown

M403NB

Dunsley Avenue

M400AZ

Dean Brook Close

M400AW

Doulton Street

M400DG

Woodstock Road

M403AW

Boar Green Close

M400EF

Charlestown

M400DF

Lightbowne Road

M400FN

Enstone Drive

M400AY

St Marys Road

M403SF

Ashley Court Drive

M403LY

Heppleton Road

M400HT

Athos Walk

M400BJ

St Marys Road

M400FE

Nuthurst Road

M403TB

Parkfield Road North

M400DS

Woodstock Road

M403RR

Hollinwood Avenue

M400ET

Glencar Drive

M403NQ

Bridport Avenue

M400EE

Ashlands Avenue

M400AX

Dresden Street

M403LT

Girvan Avenue

M400DR

Woodstock Road

M403TJ

Eastwood Avenue

M403RF

Maple Grove

M400DT

Whitstable Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.