A guide to living in North West England

North West England is one England’s nine official regions. It is made up of Lancashire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside. This corner of the UK is its third most-populated region, with Manchester and Liverpool its two principal cities. 550,000 people live in Manchester and 500,000 in Liverpool, according to estimates for 2019. Boasting stunning scenery in the Lake District and Peak District, the region also offers lively urban areas with a rich industrial, sporting and cultural heritage and a strong economic outlook.

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Best places to live in North West England

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The Castings, M1

By Native Communities

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4.97

(162 reviews)

£1,180-£2,165 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

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

(146 reviews)

£1,235-£1,980 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

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

(125 reviews)

£845-£975 pcm

1 beds

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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Milliners Yard, L3

By Allsop Letting and Management

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4.94

(60 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 4th 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

(231 reviews)

£720-£1,649 pcm

Studios, 2, 3 beds

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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Jack Prescott (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Eda, M50

Feb 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Great place to live! Happy Resident

Jack Prescott (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Eda, M50

Feb 2026

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

great area, local coffee shops and coop downstairs are well located. Tram into city is 20 mins which is ideal. The community in the building is very welcoming

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

always responded promptly and resolved any issues quickly.

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Parking is a slight walk away, but nothing major. parking in the loading bay is limited for short stays of visitors but the carpark next doors is ideal, just pricey.

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Ivy (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Adelphi Wharf, M3

Feb 2026

This is rated 1.00 out of 5.00.

Would not recommend

Ivy (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Adelphi Wharf, M3

Feb 2026

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

Overall living in this area is pleasant but living in the development itself is absolutely appalling. If we had to disclose the issues that we have experienced here, we could write the UK’s best selling book. There is no offstreet parking. The bin collection only happens if the if the leaseholders complain because the managing company has not been paying the fees for the disposal company. The antisocial behaviour here can be very appalling although there is security they don’t really do anything. The traffic noise is very loud as it is on the main road and the design in which the development have gone through doesn’t do anything for any outside congestion noises so you constantly hearing the doors open for the parking people driving over the humps that all the broken road.

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

We are currently on 40+ hours without electricity if that’s any indication to how they respond to problems or issues I guess that answers your question

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

Something I wish I would’ve known before moving in is that all the facilities do not exist and it’s a lie. That there is a there is currently a sewage problem so it smells constantly.

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Natalie H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kampus, M1

Feb 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Overall, we are happy that we've decided to move here and we feel very welcome by all the staff.

Natalie H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kampus, M1

Feb 2026

The building and room are designed beautifully, however, the lack of storage is a bit of a problem. Coming from a one bedroom flat to two bedroom here, we have struggled to fit all our belongings, especially the kitchen area. The hallway outside the lift also smells like rubbish sometimes but not all the time. The building management team have been wonderful with assisting with the move in process and any inquiries we've had. Starting from when we first view the flat with Edmer, who was extremely accommodating and answered many of the questions we had. Upon moving both Ed and Margaux have been very kind and friendly.

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The facilities and location have been great. I believe the only improvement I would suggest is having more parking spots for residence. We're currently on a waiting list but don't know how long it would take to secure a spot. Other than limited parking, no complaints for anything else.

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

Yes, I had a couple of inquiries regarding the fan in the bathroom and the staff has responding very quickly.

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

The only tip I could share is if you are moving here you might have get rid of a few belongings as the place is fully furnished and has all the appliances we need.

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N.A (Tenant)

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The Residences Manchester, M15

Feb 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

West Tower Living.

N.A (Tenant)

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The Residences Manchester, M15

Feb 2026

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

The restaurant and shop facilities are conveniently located within walking distance of the city centre. Plenty of parking inside and outside of the building and tram and train station around the corner.

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

Building management have responded well whenever I’ve raised any issues. Beth, Helena and Josh are always approachable and have always been great with dealing with things in a timely and straightforward way. Communication is clear and you’re kept updated where needed. Mat from maintenance has also been reliable, sorting things efficiently and without any fuss. Overall, any problems I’ve mentioned have been handled properly and promptly.

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

One thing you don’t always see on a viewing is how smoothly the building runs day to day. Management are approachable and issues are handled properly when raised, which makes living here straightforward and hassle free. Overall, it feels organised and well managed once you’re actually living here.

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Bill G (Tenant)

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Eda, M50

Feb 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Eda is Home.

Bill G (Tenant)

Unverified

Eda, M50

Feb 2026

Living at Eda has genuinely been one of the best decisions we’ve made. From the moment we moved in, it felt like more than just an apartment building – it felt like a community. The design of the development is beautiful. The apartments are modern, bright and thoughtfully laid out, with high-quality finishes that make it feel premium yet homely. The communal spaces are just as impressive. Everything is clean, stylish and clearly well maintained. The gym is a huge asset – well equipped, spacious and perfect for building a consistent routine without leaving the building. What really sets Eda apart, though, is the atmosphere. There’s a real sense of togetherness here. Events, social spaces and shared facilities make it easy to meet people and feel connected. It doesn’t feel anonymous like some city developments can. The building management team deserve special recognition. They are friendly, professional and always quick to respond. Whether it’s a maintenance issue, a parcel query or just general support, they handle everything efficiently and with a smile. You can tell they genuinely care about residents and take pride in keeping the building running smoothly. The property management is organised, proactive and clear in their communication. Standards are consistently high, and the building is kept spotless. Overall, Eda offers the perfect balance of design, facilities and community. We absolutely love living here and feel proud to call it home.

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

Great location. Great staff. Incredible amenities. This place has it all. Greatful to live in such a well ran community based environment. The gym has a personal trainer who we all love. It’s a great add on to living.

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

They listed and do what they can to rectify any ongoing issues.

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

I wish I’d known more about what was local. Recently found out about kargo a food market and the cinema in media city. Lots of exciting things to do here.

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