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Salford Quays

About

Salford Quays is a waterfront area located along the Manchester Ship Canal in Salford. Once a busy industrial dockland, it has been transformed into a mixed-use development featuring offices, apartments, and cultural venues. The area is known for landmarks like MediaCityUK, home to BBC and ITV studios, and The Lowry, a prominent arts complex.

The Quayside offers a mix of modern architecture and open spaces, with walking and cycling paths along the water. It includes shopping and dining options, as well as attractions like the Imperial War Museum North. The area is well-connected by tram and road links, making it a key part of Greater Manchester's urban landscape.

Area overview

On average Salford Quays has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Salford Quays is £45,000 per year. There are 1 schools in Salford Quays: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Salford Quays Population

6,006

Population density

6,021.1 per km²

Demographics

British

3,158

52.57%

Other White

786

13.08%

Indian

445

7.41%

African

400

6.66%

Chinese

247

4.11%

Total population: 6,007

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,640

76.34%

Owns with a mortgage

372

10.76%

Owns outright

209

6.04%

Other social rented

110

3.18%

Other forms of private rent

2.46%

Total households: 3,458

Property prices in Salford Quays

Based on 151 recent sales, the median property price is £191,000 in Salford Quays area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,500 up to £680,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Salford Quays over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£590,000	£590,000	£590,000	£590,000	£590,000
Flats	146	£190,000	£97,000	£150,000	£247,375	£344,500
Terraced	4	£433,500	£223,280	£369,200	£465,250	£533,050

10 years median price trend in Salford Quays

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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