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Area guide: Smithfield (city centre)

cottage flats in Smithfield

Smithfield is just off Tib Street near its junction with Swan Street in Manchester city centre.

Living in Smithfield

Smithfield is in the heart of the Northern Quarter, an area that has been radically transformed with new bars, restaurants, entertainment and high-quality city-centre homes. It's a vibrant and diverse community with interesting and unusual shops, and a cosmopolitan and creative atmosphere.

It's just a couple of minutes walk to the main departments stores, transport links, commerce, employment, transport and entertainment in the heart of Manchester.

Homes to rent in Smithfield

There are around 120 homes rented out by not-for-profit landlords like housing associations and housing trusts. See homes here street-by-street.

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