Trafford is a metropolitan borough in Greater Manchester, located southwest of Manchester city centre. It covers an area of around 77 square kilometres and includes towns such as Stretford, Altrincham, and Sale. The district is known for its mix of urban and suburban areas, with residential neighbourhoods, business parks, and green spaces like Trafford Park, one of the largest industrial estates in Europe.
Trafford is home to several notable landmarks, including Old Trafford, the stadium of Manchester United, and the Imperial War Museum North. The area has strong transport links, with the M60 motorway and Metrolink tram system connecting it to Manchester and beyond. Altrincham and Sale offer shopping and dining options, while the Bridgewater Canal runs through parts of the district. Trafford also has a range of schools and colleges, contributing to its appeal as a residential area.
On average Trafford has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Trafford is £48,629 per year. There are 103 schools in Trafford: 63 primary (12 Outstanding and 44 Good) and 19 secondary (4 Outstanding and 12 Good).
Based on 2,580 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Trafford area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,858 up to £3,800,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £700,000; semi-detached at £399,950; terraced at £333,000; flats at £207,250.
10 years price trend in Trafford
Altrincham
Ashton upon Mersey
Bowdon
Broadheath
Brooklands
Bucklow-St Martins
Davyhulme
Flixton
Gorse Hill & Cornbrook
Hale
Hale Barns & Timperley South
Longford
Lostock & Barton
Manor
Old Trafford
Sale Central
Sale Moor
Stretford & Humphrey Park
Timperley Central
Timperley North
Urmston
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.