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Benchill

Heart of Wythenshawe — affordable housing estate with park access

5.7

Overall

ResidentialAffordableCommunity
Best for: Affordable Living

Benchill is in the centre of Wythenshawe, one of Europe's largest social housing estates. It has struggled with deprivation but benefits from proximity to Wythenshawe Park — one of Manchester's biggest green spaces. The Civic Centre provides local amenities. Very affordable.

📍 Wythenshawe Park📍 Forum Leisure Centre📍 Wythenshawe Civic Centre

Neighbourhood Scores

🛡️ Safety10.0/10

Based on Police UK crime data

💰 Affordability10.0/10

Relative to Manchester average prices

🚇 Transport1.0/10

Metrolink + bus connectivity

🏪 Amenities1.0/10

Shops, restaurants, gyms, schools

🤝 Community3.2/10

Diversity & vibrancy

Housing Costs

£650

Avg rent / month

(2-bed)

£289k

Median sale price

£3,617

Price per m²

Safety & Crime

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Crime data being collected

Source: Greater Manchester Police · data.police.uk

Who Lives Here

33

Median age

38%

Under 30

15,400

Population

18%

Diverse community

Getting Around

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Bus network

No Metrolink stop — served by Greater Manchester bus network

Explore Benchill

Restaurants, cafés, pubs, shops, transport and more — all within walking distance. Click on any point for details.

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