A guide to living in North West England

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Best places to live in North West England

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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

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4.97

4.97

(163 reviews)

The Castings offers studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments in Manchester’s newest neighbourhood, Piccadilly East. Residents benefit from top-notch amenities ranging from 3 roof terraces, complete with wraparound views of Manchester, to a high-spec gym and studio space with 24/7 virtual classes. Additionally, there are 2 social lounges, a cinema room, bookable private dining room and a working hub with meeting rooms and private booths.
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Ranked 1st out of 246 in North West England

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Eda, M50

By Allsop Letting and Management

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4.96

4.96

(157 reviews)

Welcome to Erie Dock Apartments, or Eda for short. Where life's less complicated, from parcel signing to private dining, workplace to WiFi, it’s all sorted for you. All Eda's furnished apartments include king size beds with ottoman storage, corner sofas and TV units to name a few. With floor to ceiling windows looking out over the Quays and Manchester skyline, Eda’s apartments are bright and spacious with open plan living areas. Each apartment has a modern fully fitted kitchen with utility storage, spacious bedrooms with bespoke designed fitted wardrobes and bathrooms all finished to the high standard of Eda. It doesn’t stop there - you can even bring your pet at no extra cost! Eda sits at the top of Erie Dock in the heart of Salford Quays. With paddle boarders, kayakers and an occasional brave swimmer, this is where the city meets the open water. As you follow the dock, you’ll find The Lowry Theatre, Imperial War Museum and Media City UK. And with shops, restaurants, cafes and bars within easy walking distance (and a tram stop right outside the door), you’ll be well connected to Salford, Manchester and beyond. You can get from sofa to city in just 15 minutes.
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Ranked 2nd out of 246 in North West England

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The James Liverpool, L2

By The James

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4.95

4.95

(126 reviews)

The James Liverpool is a vibrant community located in the heart of the city on James Street. The new development serves as a place for big thinkers and game changers to live, work, and socialise, while they pursue their big and bold goals. The James offers everything necessary for modern living under one roof, including spaces for focus, a quiet five minutes, or conversation with others. All of the fully furnished studios are private and have access to shared communal spaces situated on the first floor, and all on-site amenities. Residents also benefit from a gym, laundry facilities, high speed Internet, an outdoor terrace, and an active social calendar. Live. Work. Play. Your Way.
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Ranked 3rd out of 246 in North West England

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The Keel, L3

By Allsop Letting and Management

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4.93

4.93

(231 reviews)

The Keel, a build-to-rent development managed by Allsop, sits in Queen's Dock, Liverpool. Comprising of 240 apartments overlooking the River Mersey, residents benefit from onsite concierge and a private residents' gym. As well as this, the development is pet friendly and has access to a wide variety of transport links.
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Ranked 4th out of 246 in North West England

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Milliners Yard, L3

By Allsop Letting and Management

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4.92

4.92

(65 reviews)

Welcome to a new chapter in the timeless tale of Liverpool’s Fabric District. A narrative now adorned with contemporary urban living. Milliners Yard features a total of 258 thoughtfully designed apartments to rent, with a mixture of sizes, ranging from studios, one beds and two beds. Residents also benefit from 250MBPS WiFi. In addition, the neighbourhood is pet friendly. Residents will also benefit from an onsite residents’ only gym, private roof terrace, lounge and coworking space. Residents will also have access to a Millers Yard app were they can pay their rent, book community events and message the team.
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Ranked 5th out of 246 in North West England

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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'.

Tommy H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Pomona Wharf, M15

Mar 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great Location, Well-Managed & Easy Living

Tommy H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Pomona Wharf, M15

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Pomona Wharf is in a really convenient spot and is close to the city centre but a bit quieter. Cornbrook tram stop is just a short walk away, so getting around Manchester is easy. You’ve got plenty of bars, restaurants and shops nearby in Castlefield and Deansgate, plus nice canal walks. The area itself is generally calm with not much anti-social behaviour. Parking can be a bit tight at times, but manageable. Overall, it’s a good mix of peaceful living and city access.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Management have been responsive and easy to deal with. Any issues raised are usually picked up quickly and there’s clear communication throughout, so you’re not left chasing for updates. Repairs are handled in a reasonable timeframe and the team are approachable and helpful, which makes a big difference.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Parking can get busy at times, so it’s worth sorting a space early if you need one. Also, parcel lockers are really useful but can fill up quickly, so it’s good to keep an eye on deliveries. On the plus side, the area is quieter than you might expect for how close it is to the city, and the tram links make getting around really easy.


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Clara M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Trilogy, M15

Mar 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I've been met with friendly and professional people that have solved the issues every time.

Clara M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Trilogy, M15

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The Trilogy is well placed with super convenient transport links with the tram and bus. The Banyan Tree close by is a really lovely cafe to have as well as the nearby Tesco and Co-op grocery stores. The apartment building is generally quite quiet and I have had very little disturbance living here. The streets are generally also quiet, apart from the odd person on the odd weekend.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Management have been super responsive and helpful with all issues. I've had a couple of times where they have come out to change a fire alarm battery or support with my central heating and each time I've been met with friendly and professional people that have solved the issues every time.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The Trilogy is well placed with super convenient transport links with the tram and bus.


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Niall M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Vox, M15

Mar 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I think VOX is a great property development for young people like me to live in a respectful and peaceful place

Niall M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Vox, M15

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I think the living area is good, it’s tidy and it has the tram stop near by which I think is very good. The scrap yard is the only down fall for noise here whenever my apartment is facing it.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has responded to issues or queries in a effective manner which makes my living so much more easier.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wished I knew that the scrapyard was here as before I didn’t know about it.


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Yishuai T (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Chapel Wharf, M3

Mar 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Best renting experience

Yishuai T (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Chapel Wharf, M3

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Chapel Wharf is a very convenient and well-connected area, with plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants within walking distance. It’s close to the city centre while still feeling relatively quiet and safe. Transport links are excellent, with easy access to public transport and main roads. The area is generally clean and well-maintained, with no major issues around noise or anti-social behaviour. Parking can be limited at times, but overall it’s a great place to live.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team has always been very responsive and efficient. Any issues we raised were acknowledged quickly and followed up properly. Even for urgent situations, such as when our boiler broke down on Christmas Eve, they arranged for a repair the same day. Overall, communication has been clear and reliable, and we felt well supported throughout our tenancy.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Overall, there were no major surprises, as the experience has been very positive. If anything, it’s worth noting that parking can sometimes be limited depending on the time of day. Aside from that, the area is convenient and well-connected, and the management team is very responsive, which makes day-to-day living much easier.


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Manc Lad (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Eda, M50

Mar 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Everything you could ask for

Manc Lad (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Eda, M50

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Local area is very well maintained, coop is a huge convenience being within the building, Don't hear noise from outside at all.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The management are very reactive and the building is brilliantly maintained, The recent work they have done on the garden looks fantastic, any issues are dealt with rapidly.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

How much I would enjoy living here, its a honour to call it home.


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