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Living in Salford: Property Area Guide

Greater Manchester, North West · Population 269,000

House Prices in Salford

£210,000

Average

£370,000

Detached

£240,000

Semi-Detached

£175,000

Terraced

£185,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Salford

Salford is at the heart of Greater Manchester's growth story. MediaCityUK has brought thousands of media and tech jobs. The Greengate area near the Manchester border is seeing massive residential tower development. Property ranges from very affordable terraces in Swinton and Irlam to premium waterfront apartments at the Quays.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Salford has been transformed by MediaCityUK at Salford Quays, home to the BBC, ITV, and hundreds of creative and tech companies. The Lowry theatre and gallery is a cultural landmark. The quays offer waterfront living with restaurants and bars. Worsley Village is a picturesque conservation area with the historic Bridgewater Canal. Eccles has character and independent shops.

Transport & Commuting

Salford has excellent Metrolink tram connections to Manchester city centre, MediaCityUK, and the wider network. Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria stations are easily accessible. The M60, M62, and M602 provide motorway links. Manchester Airport is 30 minutes away.

Train to London

2h 10m to London Euston (via Manchester)

Nearest Motorway

M60, M62, M602

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Buile Hill Academy
  • Co-op Academy Walkden
  • Moorside High School

Universities

  • University of Salford

Healthcare

Salford Royal Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Salford

Worsley

Monton

Eccles

Salford Quays

Swinton

Irlam

Property Buying Tips for Salford

Salford Quays and MediaCityUK offer modern apartment living near workplaces and amenities. Worsley is the premium area — a village within the city. Monton and Eccles are increasingly popular with young families. Walkden and Little Hulton offer affordable family homes. For investment, the Greengate towers and Quays apartments attract renters.

Local Authority

Council

Salford City Council

Council Tax

£1,680 (Band D)

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