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Oxford Road corridor — the academic heart of Manchester

6.0

Overall

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Best for: StudentsBest for: Academics

The University neighbourhood encompasses the main campuses of the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. Oxford Road is the artery — lined with lecture halls, libraries, labs and student pubs. Living here means being at the epicentre of student life.

📍 University of Manchester📍 Manchester Museum📍 Whitworth Art Gallery📍 Oxford Road

Neighbourhood Scores

🛡️ Safety10.0/10

Based on Police UK crime data

💰 Affordability9.9/10

Relative to Manchester average prices

🚇 Transport1.0/10

Metrolink + bus connectivity

🏪 Amenities1.0/10

Shops, restaurants, gyms, schools

🤝 Community6.3/10

Diversity & vibrancy

Housing Costs

£900

Avg rent / month

(2-bed)

£314k

Median sale price

£3,925

Price per m²

Safety & Crime

🟢

10 incidents reported in the last 6 months

Source: Greater Manchester Police · data.police.uk

violent crime5
other theft2
theft from the person2
drugs1

Who Lives Here

23

Median age

72%

Under 30

11,700

Population

42%

Diverse community

Getting Around

🚌

Bus network

No Metrolink stop — served by Greater Manchester bus network

Explore University

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

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