M28, covering parts of north-west Manchester, has recorded a five-year price compound annual growth rate of 4.3%, with rental growth outpacing capital appreciation at 6.5% annually over the same period. The district sits in the 93rd percentile nationally for trajectory strength, scoring 60.0 out of 100, indicating resilience relative to broader market patterns. Population growth has remained modest at 1.1% over five years, characteristic of areas in active gentrification stages where demographic shifts occur gradually alongside property market transitions. These metrics suggest rental yields have expanded relative to purchase prices, a dynamic worth monitoring for investors evaluating income-focused strategies against longer-term capital appreciation expectations.
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- 1Property prices up 3.7% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.1% per year
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What's changing in Manchester · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.6 points this month to 59/100, driven mainly by safety.
3 planning applications submitted in M28 over the last six months.
- T1 Sycamore All round crown reduction by 3 metres or or replace with a native tree more appropriate to the location and to our neighbouring gardens.Jun 2026 · Registered
- T131 OAK - Fell to ground level. The oak appears to be in severe decline. It has extensive deadwood throughout the canopy, significant crown dieback, and very limited healthy foliage. There are indications that its physiological condition is poor and its long-term viability may be compromised. Tree was surveyed in 2024 by TEP , findings attached .Jun 2026 · Registered
- Condition Discharge application to discharge Condition No.9 (Environmental Validation Report) in respect of approved application A/21/92284/FULLJan 2026 · Registered
Manchester (M28) common questions
Is Manchester up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Manchester (M28) as Active. Its trajectory score is 59/100 (Strong), in the top 9% of districts nationally. The score is down 3.6 points over the last 12 months.
Is Manchester safe?
Manchester has a safety score of 67/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Manchester?
The average property price in Manchester (M28) is £191k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.7% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Manchester?
The median monthly rent in Manchester (M28) is £717 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Manchester?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Blackburn (BB6), Manchester (M41), Manchester (M26), Accrington (BB5), Burnley (BB12). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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