Lightbowne is about three miles north east of the city centre. The area lies a quarter of a mile either side of Lightbowne Road, from the Church Lane/Thorp Road crossroads, to Broadhurst park. The new M60 motorway around Manchester is less than two miles away, giving access to other parts of the city and the north west. It is close to Oldham Road, a major route into the city centre. See detailed map
Most housing in this area is managed by Northwards Housing. See the Lightbowne area guide on the Northwards website
