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About

Swinton West is a residential area in Salford, located approximately 5 miles northwest of Manchester city center. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and long-term residents. Public transport links provide access to Manchester and surrounding areas.

The area features green spaces like Clifton Country Park, offering walking trails and outdoor activities. Swinton West has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local events often held at the nearby Swinton Civic Centre. The proximity to major roads like the M60 makes it convenient for commuting. The area retains a traditional feel, with older architecture blending alongside more modern developments.

Area overview

On average Swinton West has high deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 16.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Swinton West is £38,800 per year. There are 5 schools in Swinton West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
16.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Swinton West Population
6,171
Population density
3,214.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,245
84.99%
Other White
292
4.73%
African
123
1.99%
Pakistani
70
1.13%
Chinese
58
0.94%
Total population: 6,171

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
891
33.46%
Owns outright
769
28.88%
Private landlord or letting agency
439
16.49%
Social rents from council
280
10.51%
Other social rented
213
8%
Total households: 2,663

Property prices in Swinton West

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £228,500 in Swinton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £116,000 up to £385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Swinton West 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 Swinton West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£287,500
Flats4£133,000
Semi-Detached31£260,000
Terraced37£195,000

10 years median price trend in Swinton West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Swinton West.

Data Sources

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