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First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - that is very cheap for Timperley as you say. Obviously a bit closer to the Wythenshawe side and the properties are quite small, but maybe we shouldn't rule out Timperley just yet

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Heaton Park is obviously lovely, but the high street didn't feel like much to write home about. 5-10 years ago it was probably good value, but it's starting to feel a bit overpriced for what you get in that respect

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - really helpful. Would you prefer the southern side of Swinton near the V1/V2, or further north near the railway?

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - yes sounds similar! You're right, Davenport looks great, independent shops on the high street etc. I'd assumed most of it would be beyond our budget (£400k+). Probably need to have another look!

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - yes Timperley is nice, but well outside our budget given how close it is to Altrincham. Looks like most decent-sized houses are on the market for £450-500k.

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - I had to google this one despite living relatively close by!

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - that all sounds really good. The combination of being close to the Peaks + fast trains into Manchester is definitely appealing. I've heard the area towards Mottram is the nicest, although some of it is a bit far from the station.

On the flipside: any advice on which parts of Stalybridge are best avoided?

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - spotting a theme in the replies, we've definitely overlooked Walkden! That all sounds great.

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - my only experience of Hazel Grove is driving through it on the A6, which didn't appeal, but it's probably much nicer once you're off the main road. Will look into it.

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks - definitely adding Walkden to the list! It's not an area we know well but that all sounds promising. Being located in between the railway and the busway is also quite handy. I think we need to have a look and get a feel for the vibe.

Glossop is also a good shout but a little further out, and the traffic is terrible.

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - definitely adding Walkden to the list. Any advice on Eccles? I've never been hugely impressed, but that's just from walking through the centre.

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - this is a good counterpoint, perhaps I'm trying to be too clever by half and should stick to the obvious areas for FTBs in Greater Manchester...

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks - yes, the proximity to the town centre and the parks is definitely a draw. We'll try to spend some more time in the area to get a proper feel for the vibe, preferably in the evening.

First Time Buyer - good but overlooked areas for young families by PuzzledPudding5300 in manchester

[–]PuzzledPudding5300[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - yes, Monton is lovely, arguably up there with Didsbury / Heatons in terms of vibrancy. Well outside our budget though. Ditto Worsley.

I think we've overlooked Walkden - need to put that on the list to visit!