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Area guide: Ardwick

houses in Ardwick cottage flats in Ardwick

Ardwick is just a mile south of the city centre. It lies on Stockport Road, a major route from the city centre to south Manchester. Ardwick is close to the universities and hospitals, and not far from facilities around the City of Manchester stadium and Eastlands.

Living in Ardwick

Ardwick homes are close to the large Asda Supermarket and other shops at Longsight district centre. Longsight market (open four days a week) is close by too - it's a busy traditional market with a wide range of quality products.

There are frequent buses along Stockport Road into the heart of Manchester, and out to Stockport and Cheshire. The vibrant city centre, with its employment, leisure and entertainment facilities is just a few minutes away. The nearby universities and hospitals are major employers.

Homes to rent in Ardwick

There are around 1,270 homes rented out by not-for-profit landlords like housing associations and housing trusts. See homes here street-by-street.

Facilities in Ardwick

Get lists and maps of local schools, leisure facilities, shops and much more . . .

Availability of homes

Your chance of a home here depends on your circumstances (called your 'rehousing priority') and on how often homes become available. The higher the availability, the better your chances. See availability in this area below. Then compare it to availability in other areas to help decide which area(s) to go for.

graph showing availaility of homes in Ardwick
graph key: blue box Singles/couples: 16 to 40
Availability: very low
graph key: orange box Singles/couples: 40 to 60
Availability: very low
graph key: green box Singles/couples: over 60
Availability: very low
graph key: purple box Family/adult groups: 2 beds
Availability: low
graph key: navy box Family/adult groups: 3 beds
Availability: very low
graph key: red box Family/adult groups: 4+ beds
Availability: extremely low