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Area guide: Harpurhey Central

Harpurhey Central is on Rochdale Road just over two miles north of the city centre. Rochdale Road is a major route from Manchester to the north and the M60 motorway. See rehousing area map (pdf).

houses in Harpurhey Central flats in Harpurhey Central

Living in Harpurhey Central

All homes are within walking distance of the North City Centre complex. 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. There are modern Sure Start facilities for families with young children, a leisure and fitness centre, and a modern swimming pool.

There are frequent buses run along Rochdale Road from Manchester to Middleton and Rochdale. The vibrant city centre, with its shops, entertainment and leisure facilities is just a few minutes journey.

Most homes are close to the job and training opportunities at Central Manchester Business park. Boggart Hole Clough, one of Manchester's largest parks, is less than a mile up Rochdale Road.

Homes to rent in Harpurhey Central

There are around 900 homes rented out by not-for-profit landlords like housing associations and housing trusts. See homes here street-by-street map.

Facilities in Harpurhey Central

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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 Harpurhey Central
graph key: blue box For singles/couples 16-40
Availability: below average
graph key: orange box For singles/couples 40-60
Availability: good
graph key: green box For singles/couples over 60
Availability: very good
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