A guide to living in Salford

If you're looking for a place to live that has plenty of opportunity for both work and play, look no further than Salford. This metropolitan borough in the North West of England is home to over 240,000 people and boasts world-class universities, top schools, and lively nightlife. Whether you're just starting out on your own or have a growing family, there's something for everyone in Salford. In this guide, we'll take a closer look at what makes Salford such an amazing place to live.

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Best places to live in Salford

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Eda, M50

By Allsop Letting and Management

Award winner 2025

4.96

(152 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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Chapel Wharf, M3

By Dandara Living

Award winner 2025

4.89

(441 reviews)

£860-£1,280 pcm

1, 2 beds

Chapel Wharf by Dandara Living sits in the heart of Manchester. Comprising of a range of studios to 3-bed apartments, residents benefit from a pet friendly policy, an onsite gym as well as car/bike parking. In addition, there is a courtyard garden, a free 3,789sqft gym equipped with the latest range of cardio and functional training equipment for Technogyg and a 3,641 sqft resident facility with homeworking facilities, two ‘house kitchens’, Club and Screening rooms, two lounges plus bookable entertaining and dining spaces. As well as this, the development is just moments away from Manchester's famous shopping, entertainment and cultural scenes.

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Ranked 2nd out of 30 in Salford

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Duet MediaCityUK, M50

By Allsop Letting and Management

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4.88

(188 reviews)

£1,103-£2,000 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

Duet, newly managed by Allsop as of 1st November 2025 is adjacent to the bustling MediaCityUK on the waterfront in Salford Quays. There are wide range of local amenities, including 15 bars/restaurants, shopping outlets, leisure facilities, a cinema, a theatre, and a nursery. The development comprises 270 pet-friendly one, two and three-bedroom apartments to rent. In addition, the building also provides a 24-hour concierge service. Finally, it offers extensive communal spaces, including a fully equipped private gym.

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Ranked 3rd out of 30 in Salford

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Cortland at Colliers Yard, M3

By Cortland

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4.5

4.50

(110 reviews)

Welcome home to Cortland at Colliers Yard, where luxury meets convenience in the heart of Manchester. Our skyline apartments combine modern design with everyday comfort, offering residents a vibrant lifestyle and exceptional amenities. Amenities include 24-hour concierge, Coworking Spaces, Board Room and private Zoom booths, Fitness centre and wellness studio, Club lounge , Golf simulator and dedicated games room, Private dining and entertainment spaces and Secure parking and cycle storage.

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Ranked 4th out of 30 in Salford

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New Maker Yards, M5

By Get Living

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4.43

(322 reviews)

New Maker Yards features 821 homes. These are a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments in the heart of Middlewood Locks. The development is located only 10-minutes away from Salford Central and 14-minutes from Spinningfields and Manchester city centre. In addition, residents have access to a wide range of amenities, including 24 hour security, Seven Bro7hers bar & restaurant, 92 Degrees Coffee and a Co-op store. There is also a residents' club room for a connected workspace, big screen, and free coffee, and a new amenity space 'The Lock' opening soon.

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Cynthia (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Oxbow, M5

Mar 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

1. Top Notch 2. Exclusive

Cynthia (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Oxbow, M5

Mar 2026

Design to notch, warm welcoming of resident visitors at first sight, nice quality of some of the property seen, infrastructures are top notch and maintenance is excellent. Accessible to facilities especially the gym and my milky coffee. Area of improvement: Need to improve cleaning at Cusson lifts and at level 6 lobby area. Also some of the maintenance personnel need to improve in their post repair cleaning - ensuring that all their accessories or material pieces are taking off leaving the place neat as previously met. More gym equipment for learners. Monitoring of the TULU equipment (most times the vacuum cleaners aren’t working or it’s full with dirt, you end up not using them & the money you paid is now a waste, due to no anyone to call. Above all, you guys are Superstars👍✨

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

Good Aspect: one of the best location, Nice navigation, quiet and peaceful area, security up to mark.

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

They are swift to answering to issues and also wants the resident best interest

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

Free Access to hot drinks and gym in the building.

Manager response

Cynthia, Thank you for your review and kind words in relation to Oxbow. We take pride in offering a great place to live for our residents. We will take on board your comments in relation to the cleaning regime and also pass on your feedback to Tulu. Thank you again.

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David Hancock, Community Manager

Mar 2026

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Til (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Clippers Quay, M50

Mar 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Great place to live!

Til (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Clippers Quay, M50

Mar 2026

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

Everything you need around you here! It’s lovely being next to the water, yet we’re not far from town, everything going on in Media City, or even to reach some greenery further afield. So many supermarket options nearby too.

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

Always handled well, someone would be out to check the problem and have it fixed in a lovely timescale.

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

I perhaps wish I realised that others could see in the flat but I was excited by everything else when I did the viewing and still love everything else going on in the building! The gym and co working space are fab too.

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Kshama (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Clippers Quay, M50

Mar 2026

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Spacious Living in a Perfect Quays Location

Kshama (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Clippers Quay, M50

Mar 2026

I’ve been living at Clippers Quay for over four years and it has been a brilliant place to call home. The apartments are extremely spacious, with bright, open layouts and plenty of storage, which really sets them apart from many newer developments. The design feels modern yet practical, and the large windows make the flats feel airy and full of natural light. The amenities are great and the building is well maintained, clean and secure. A special mention goes to the amazing staff — Darren, Nathan, Leila, Rosie, Iqra and also the contractual staff that is present in the night and on Sundays. The resident team are consistently friendly, professional and genuinely helpful. They respond quickly to queries, handle maintenance efficiently and create a welcoming atmosphere. Property management has been reliable throughout my time here, which makes a huge difference to everyday living. Overall, it’s a well-run development in a perfect location with fantastic connectivity and an amazing residential team.

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

Living here is fantastic - it offers lovely waterfront walks, open spaces, cafes, restaurants and bars. The area feels safe and well-kept. Tram links are excellent — you can reach Manchester city centre and the Trafford Centre quickly and conveniently. Parking is generally good and well covered, traffic noise is minimal, but I’d prefer soundproof windows. and the street feels peaceful despite being close to Old Trafford. Bin collections are regular and the area is kept clean.

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

The management team has always responded promptly and professionally. Maintenance issues are handled quickly, communication is clear, and the staff are approachable and proactive in resolving concerns.

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

I have been living her for quite long, and everything seems perfect - probably that’s why we decided to continue here at Clippers Quay.

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Swarna Selvam (Tenant)

Unverified

Oxbow, M5

Feb 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Great Living Experience at Oxbow

Swarna Selvam (Tenant)

Unverified

Oxbow, M5

Feb 2026

I’ve really enjoyed living at Oxbow over the past two years. The development is modern, well-designed, and feels thoughtfully planned, with good-quality apartments and well-maintained shared spaces. The facilities are well looked after, and the overall environment feels safe and comfortable to live in. One of the standout aspects has been the building and property management team. They are approachable, responsive, and genuinely helpful whenever support is needed. Maintenance requests are handled efficiently, and communication from management has always been clear and timely. The team also makes an effort to improve and upgrade different aspects of the development, which shows their commitment to residents’ experience. Overall, Oxbow has provided a very positive living experience and has truly felt like home during my time in Manchester.

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

The area is very convenient for day-to-day living. Regent Retail Park is just nearby and has everything you need, including a large Sainsbury’s, Boots, and other useful stores, which makes shopping really easy. Manchester city centre is also very accessible — around 20 minutes by bus or about a 30-minute walk, which I’ve found very convenient. Peel Park is close by as well and is a great place to spend time, especially during the summer. The neighbourhood generally feels calm and residential, with regular bin collections and good transport connections, making it a comfortable place to live overall.

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

Any issues or maintenance requests I’ve raised have always been handled promptly, usually within 24–48 hours. The building management team is responsive, helpful, and keeps residents updated until the issue is fully resolved.

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

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how strong the sense of community is within the building. The management regularly organizes events and activities, which makes it much easier to meet people and settle in, especially if you’re new to the city.

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Sami (Tenant)

Unverified

Eda, M50

Feb 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Luxury living with a Great Community

Sami (Tenant)

Unverified

Eda, M50

Feb 2026

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

Surrounding area is great. We are on the quay. We are next to the tram stop and very close to central Manchester, which is very helpful.

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

Yes on the couple of occasions we needed help with the flat, they responded immediately.

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

The anchorage parking space that is given to building residents is a bit further from the flat than I expected (around 5 minutes).

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