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England / North West / Manchester / Piccadilly

About

Piccadilly ward is located in the heart of Manchester, covering a mix of commercial, residential, and industrial areas. It includes parts of the city centre, such as the Northern Quarter and Ancoats, known for their mix of independent businesses, cafes, and creative spaces. The ward is also home to major transport links, including Piccadilly Station, one of the city’s main rail hubs.

The area features a blend of historic buildings and modern developments, with ongoing regeneration projects shaping its landscape. Green spaces like New Islington Marina and Cotton Field Park provide pockets of nature amid the urban environment. Piccadilly ward has a growing residential population, with a mix of apartments and converted warehouses attracting young professionals and students. Its central location makes it a key part of Manchester’s economic and cultural life.

Area overview

On average Piccadilly has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 6 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Piccadilly is £48,017 per year. There are 3 schools in Piccadilly: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
6
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
10.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Piccadilly Population
11,664
Population density
6,028.3 per km²

Demographics

British
6,097
52.28%
Other White
1,739
14.91%
Chinese
1,110
9.52%
Indian
385
3.3%
African
313
2.68%
Total population: 11,662

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
4,262
68.05%
Owns with a mortgage
833
13.3%
Other social rented
453
7.23%
Owns outright
389
6.21%
Other forms of private rent
150
2.4%
Total households: 6,263

Property prices in Piccadilly

Based on 175 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Piccadilly area, with individual transactions ranging from £122,000 up to £1,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats174£242,500
Terraced1£336,600

10 years price trend in Piccadilly

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.