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Openshaw

Affordable east Manchester with strong community roots

9.0

Overall

Working ClassResidentialAffordable
Best for: FamiliesBest for: Affordable Living

Openshaw is a residential neighbourhood in east Manchester. It's unpretentious, affordable and well-served by tram. Ashton Old Road provides local shops and services. Not a destination neighbourhood, but a genuine community where families can afford to put down roots.

๐Ÿ“ Metrolink tram stops๐Ÿ“ Ashton Old Road๐Ÿ“ Openshaw Park

Neighbourhood Scores

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety10.0/10

Based on Police UK crime data

๐Ÿ’ฐ Affordability10.0/10

Relative to Manchester average prices

๐Ÿš‡ Transport10.0/10

Metrolink + bus connectivity

๐Ÿช Amenities8.0/10

Shops, restaurants, gyms, schools

๐Ÿค Community3.8/10

Diversity & vibrancy

Housing Costs

ยฃ700

Avg rent / month

(2-bed)

ยฃ196k

Median sale price

ยฃ2,455

Price per mยฒ

Safety & Crime

๐ŸŸข

2 incidents reported in the last 6 months

Source: Greater Manchester Police ยท data.police.uk

other theft1
vehicle crime1

Who Lives Here

31

Median age

42%

Under 30

10,400

Population

30%

Diverse community

Getting Around

๐ŸšŒ

Bus network

No Metrolink stop โ€” served by Greater Manchester bus network

Explore Openshaw

Restaurants, cafรฉs, pubs, shops, transport and more โ€” all within walking distance. Click on any point for details.

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