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Area guide: Lightbowne

houses in Lightbowne flats in Lightbowne

Lightbowne is about three miles north east of the city centre, either side of Lightbowne Road. Its close to Oldham Road, a major route into the city centre from the north.

Living in Lightbowne

Its about a mile from the North City Centre complex in nearby Harpurhey. As well as smaller shops, there's a large Asda store, a covered market, post office, medical centre, police station, library and sixth form college.

Homes west of Lightbowne Road are within walking distance of local shops on Moston Lane, while the other side of Lightbowne Road is not far from shops on Oldham Road. There are local post offices and a medical centre on Lightbowne Road.

Most of the area is close to the jobs and training opportunities of the North Central Manchester Business park.

There are regular buses along Lightbowne Road - the vibrant city centre, with its shops, entertainment and leisure facilities is just a few minutes journey. The station at Dean Lane (just off Oldham Road) has regular trains to Manchester and Oldham.

Homes to rent in Lightbowne

There are around 990 homes rented out by not-for-profit landlords like housing associations and housing trusts. See homes here street-by-street.

Facilities in Lightbowne

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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 Lightbowne
graph key: blue box For singles/couples 16-40
Availability: average
graph key: orange box For singles/couples 40-60
Availability: very good
graph key: green box For singles/couples over 60
Availability: extremely good
graph key: purple box Family/adult groups: 2 beds
Availability: average
graph key: navy box Family/adult groups: 3 beds
Availability: below average
graph key: red box Family/adult groups: 4+ beds
Availability: below average