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Northenden

Village on the Mersey — Manchester's riverside secret

5.7

Overall

VillageRiversideResidential
Best for: FamiliesBest for: River Lovers

Northenden has a genuine village identity centred around the River Mersey and a small high street. It's been gentrifying slowly — the new Didsbury Road development and proximity to East Didsbury Metrolink are pushing up demand. Still affordable for south Manchester, with a charming riverside setting.

📍 River Mersey walks📍 Northenden village📍 Kenworthy Woods📍 Near Didsbury

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

🤝 Community2.8/10

Diversity & vibrancy

Housing Costs

£850

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

35

Median age

33%

Under 30

15,100

Population

18%

Diverse community

Getting Around

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Bus network

No Metrolink stop — served by Greater Manchester bus network

Explore Northenden

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

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