Manchester’s housing crisis is in the suburbs

Don’t get distracted by the towers — the real problems can be found in places like Stretford

Dear readers — Manchester is known across the country for its glass skyscrapers and rapid growth story, but what’s less understood are the specific parts of the city that are getting more expensive. No, we’re not talking about the city centre — our data reporter James Gilmour has been doing some digging, and he’s found that wealthier commuter suburbs in south Manchester, and more deprived inner-urban areas adjacent to Oxford Road, are where the housing crisis is at its most acute. That’s below.

Before we get to that, there are a few tickets left for our fourth birthday party next Thursday, which we’re hosting at LowFour Studios in Deansgate Mews. Joshi and Jack will be talking about our recent investigation into Sacha Lord’s company Primary Events and taking questions from members. There’ll also be drinks and pizza from Holy Grain Sourdough. Get your ticket here.