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Best places to live in Manchester
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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The Castings, M1
By Native Communities
Award winner 2025
4.97
(172 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 68 in Manchester

The Trilogy, M15
By Allsop Letting and Management
Award winner 2025
4.90
(380 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 68 in Manchester

Poplin, M4
By Native Communities
Award winner 2025
4.85
(90 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 68 in Manchester

The James Manchester, M4
By The James
Award winner 2025
4.79
(30 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 68 in Manchester

Apo at Angel Gardens, M4
By Apo
Award winner 2025
4.78
(393 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 68 in Manchester
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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.
Radhika Deore (Tenant)
Verified Resident
uhaus, M1
Apr 2026
Uhaus is nice and vanshika is the best receptionist.
Radhika Deore (Tenant)
Verified Resident
uhaus, M1
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is very convenient with a good range of supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants nearby. Public transport links are reliable, with easy access to buses and nearby stations. There are also parks and open spaces within walking distance. The street itself is generally quiet and safe, although parking can sometimes be limited during peak hours. Overall, it’s a comfortable and well-connected place to live.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management has generally been responsive and helpful. Issues are acknowledged quickly and resolved within a reasonable timeframe, although occasional follow-ups are sometimes needed for quicker action.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known that parking can be limited at certain times and that occasional delays in maintenance responses can happen. However, overall the experience has been smooth and manageable.
Jordan C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Poplin, M4
Apr 2026
A well-run building in one of Manchester’s best neighbourhoods
Jordan C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Poplin, M4
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The restaurants, coffee shops and bars are genuinely good, not just convenient, and the canal area gives you somewhere to decompress five minutes from your front door. Getting in and out of the city is easy, and the neighbourhood itself has a real sense of identity, it feels lived-in and characterful rather than sterile. Neighbours are friendly and the energy is just right.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Any time I’ve flagged something it’s been picked up quickly and without any back and forth. Makes a real difference knowing things actually get dealt with.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Honestly, not much to flag. If anything I’d just say trust the process. The area feels better once you’re actually living in it than it does from the outside. And the team know the building well and give you a straight picture of what to expect at the viewing.
Billy Harkness (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Castings, M1
Apr 2026
Castings MCR review
Billy Harkness (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Castings, M1
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Location of the local area is perfect. Far enough from town where you don’t hear any traffic / loud commotion but close enough where you can be anywhere within a 20 minute walk or if you’re feeling lazy it’s a 2 minute walk from the tram station. Only thing I’d add is a sports bar but that’s because I am a big footie fan apart from that it’s perfect.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Building management are so efficient and always promptly deal with any issues
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Everything was covered there was no issues when moving in.
Manager response
Thank you for such a fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying The Castings. The team will really appreciate your kind words!
Posted by
Stephen Spence, Community Manager
Apr 2026
Thu (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Castings, M1
Apr 2026
Great location, thoughtful design, and outstanding management
Thu (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Castings, M1
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The location is fantastic, quiet yet within easy walking distance of great restaurants, breweries, and local shops. It strikes a really nice balance between being peaceful at home while still having plenty of things to do nearby. Transport links are convenient and everything feels very accessible. The street itself feels safe and well-kept, with no major issues around noise or disruptions.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
I haven’t raised any issues so far, which in itself speaks to how well things are run. For general questions and smaller requests, the team has been very responsive, approachable, and helpful. They are easy to reach and quick to assist, which gives a lot of confidence in the overall management.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I would recommend completing the referencing process as early as you can, as it helps move everything along more smoothly. Ask as many questions as you can during viewing. I would also recommend checking in pre-move-in cleaning to make sure everything is completed to your expectations.
Manager response
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so pleased to hear you’re enjoying the design, location, and overall experience at The Castings. It’s great to know the team has made such a positive impression, we’ll be sure to share your kind words with them.
Posted by
Stephen Spence, Community Manager
Apr 2026
Divisha (Tenant)
Verified Resident
uhaus, M1
Apr 2026
Very good apartment and service
Divisha (Tenant)
Verified Resident
uhaus, M1
Apr 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
i live in a very good area. the apartments are comfortably sized and very appropriate room sizes. lovely overall
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
There are usually details with issues raised but if u go talk to reception it’s fine
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
that now the bills are going to be excluded from the actual monthly rent
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