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China Town

The UK's second largest Chinatown

5.3

Overall

MulticulturalFoodieCultural
Best for: FoodiesBest for: City Living

Manchester's Chinatown is a vibrant enclave centred around Faulkner Street, packed with authentic restaurants, Asian supermarkets and cultural landmarks. The ornamental Chinese arch is one of Manchester's most photographed spots. It's small but dense — perfect for anyone who wants to live at the absolute heart of the city with incredible food on every corner.

📍 Chinese Arch📍 Faulkner Street restaurants📍 Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art

Neighbourhood Scores

🛡️ Safety10.0/10

Based on Police UK crime data

💰 Affordability7.1/10

Relative to Manchester average prices

🚇 Transport1.0/10

Metrolink + bus connectivity

🏪 Amenities1.0/10

Shops, restaurants, gyms, schools

🤝 Community5.2/10

Diversity & vibrancy

Housing Costs

£1,500

Avg rent / month

(2-bed)

£526k

Median sale price

£6,569

Price per m²

Safety & Crime

🟢

24 incidents reported in the last 6 months

Source: Greater Manchester Police · data.police.uk

violent crime19
other theft2
theft from the person2
public order1

Who Lives Here

30

Median age

50%

Under 30

3,200

Population

55%

Diverse community

Getting Around

🚇

Metrolink

Nearest stop: Piccadilly Gardens

Lines: Multiple

Explore China Town

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

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