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About

Strangeways is an inner-city area of Manchester, located just north of the city center. It is known for its mix of residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. The area includes high-rise apartments, older terraced housing, and warehouses converted into offices or creative spaces. Strangeways Prison, a prominent local landmark, has been part of the area since the 19th century.

The neighborhood is close to major transport links, including Manchester Victoria station and the A665 Cheetham Hill Road. Local businesses range from wholesalers and textile traders to independent cafes and shops. The area has seen gradual redevelopment, with new housing projects appearing alongside older buildings. Its central location makes it a practical base for commuters and workers.

Area overview

On average Strangeways has very high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 1 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 41.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Strangeways is £40,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Strangeways: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Strangeways Population

9,364

Population density

5,187.9 per km²

Demographics

British

2,230

23.82%

Pakistani

1,922

20.53%

African

1,353

14.45%

Other White

731

7.81%

Other Asian

637

6.8%

Total population: 9,362

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

997

32.82%

Other social rented

683

22.48%

Social rents from council

581

19.12%

Owns with a mortgage

426

14.02%

Owns outright

268

8.82%

Total households: 3,038

Property prices in Strangeways

Based on 26 recent sales, the median property price is £172,500 in Strangeways area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £300,000.

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 Strangeways over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	10	£143,500	£103,500	£122,500	£183,750	£257,055
Semi-Detached	8	£200,000	£161,325	£173,125	£222,500	£275,500
Terraced	8	£177,500	£150,250	£163,750	£218,750	£281,500

10 years median price trend in Strangeways

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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