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Withington

South Manchester village vibes — independent and leafy

5.4

Overall

VillageLeafyCommunity
Best for: Young ProfessionalsBest for: Families

Withington is one of south Manchester's gems — a genuine village high street with independent shops, cafés and pubs. It's leafier and quieter than nearby Fallowfield, attracting young professionals and families rather than students. The Christie Hospital is a major local landmark. Great community feel.

📍 Withington village shops📍 Christie Hospital📍 Fog Lane Park📍 Independent cafés

Neighbourhood Scores

🛡️ Safety10.0/10

Based on Police UK crime data

💰 Affordability8.1/10

Relative to Manchester average prices

🚇 Transport1.0/10

Metrolink + bus connectivity

🏪 Amenities1.0/10

Shops, restaurants, gyms, schools

🤝 Community4.2/10

Diversity & vibrancy

Housing Costs

£900

Avg rent / month

(2-bed)

£446k

Median sale price

£5,575

Price per m²

Safety & Crime

🟢

3 incidents reported in the last 6 months

Source: Greater Manchester Police · data.police.uk

violent crime2
burglary1

Who Lives Here

30

Median age

48%

Under 30

15,400

Population

28%

Diverse community

Getting Around

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Bus network

No Metrolink stop — served by Greater Manchester bus network

Explore Withington

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

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