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Walkden South

About

Walkden South is a residential area in Salford, located approximately 6 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 everyday needs. Public transport links provide access to Manchester and surrounding areas, with bus routes and Walkden railway station nearby.

The area features green spaces such as Walkden Gardens and the nearby Clifton Country Park, offering recreational opportunities. Walkden South has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities like the Walkden Library. The proximity to the M60 motorway makes it convenient for commuters. The area balances residential living with practical access to urban centers.

Area overview

On average Walkden South has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Walkden South is £45,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Walkden South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Walkden South Population

9,918

Population density

3,194.3 per km²

Demographics

British

8,748

88.18%

Other White

308

3.1%

African

143

1.44%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

Chinese

0.87%

Total population: 9,921

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,533

34.68%

Owns outright

1,490

33.7%

Private landlord or letting agency

725

16.4%

Other social rented

292

6.6%

Social rents from council

271

6.13%

Total households: 4,421

Property prices in Walkden South

Based on 159 recent sales, the median property price is £263,000 in Walkden South area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,000 up to £660,000.

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 Walkden South over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	22	£311,000	£177,000	£249,375	£457,063	£541,125
Flats	15	£130,000	£104,300	£117,250	£144,000	£250,250
Semi-Detached	75	£285,000	£210,500	£260,000	£337,000	£468,900
Terraced	47	£225,000	£155,400	£190,000	£255,000	£310,000

10 years median price trend in Walkden South

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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