About Charlestown

Charlestown is a residential area located in the town of Stretford, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies just to the west of the M60 motorway and is bordered by the River Irwell to the south. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of older Victorian and Edwardian properties alongside more modern developments. There are several local amenities, including shops, a primary school, and a community centre, serving the needs of the local population. The area is well-connected by public transport, with regular bus services and a nearby railway station providing access to Manchester city centre and surrounding towns. Charlestown is part of the wider Stretford community and offers a convenient location for those working in or visiting Manchester.

School Ratings in Charlestown

There are 396 schools in and around Charlestown. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Charlestown

The average property price is £205K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £196K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Charlestown

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Charlestown

Charlestown falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Charlestown

Broadband speeds in Charlestown are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,834 sales

Average Price £205K
£540 — £18.75M
Detached £309K 196
Semi £234K 1,555
Terraced £196K 2,051
Flat £108K 881

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

213 Primary
45 Secondary
138 Other
The Albion Academy Secondary Good 0.2 miles Central Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Edstart Good 0.4 miles St George's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Sebastian's RC Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Holy Family VA RC Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St Paul's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Lark Hill Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles River View Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles University of Salford Good 0.7 miles Charlestown and Lower Kersal and Summerville Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Lower Kersal Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Charlestown IMD 2025

Charlestown falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
9,487 Children (0-15) 17%
39,617 Working Age 71%
8,651 Older (60+) 15%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.7% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 36.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Charlestown 1 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Charlestown records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Irwell Riverside Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Salford Crescent Train Station 0.4 miles
Salford Central Train Station 1.2 miles
Deansgate Train Station 1.7 miles
Eccles (Manchester) Train Station 2.2 miles
Clifton (Manchester) Train Station 2.5 miles
Swinton (Manchester) Train Station 2.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pendleton 0 yards Seedley 0.6 miles Lower Broughton 0.6 miles Brindle Heath 0.9 miles Higher Broughton 0.9 miles Salford 0.9 miles Weaste 0.9 miles Lower Kersal 1.2 miles Kersal 1.2 miles Ordsall 1.2 miles Irlams o' th' Height 1.4 miles Manchester 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Salford
Ward Pendleton & Charlestown
Constituency Salford and Eccles
Parish Salford, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in M6 30 shown View all streets

Abram Street 1 Acacia Drive 1 Acresfield Road 3 Agnew Place 1 Alder Street 1 Almond Close 1 Alpha Street 1 Alpha Street West 1 Alresford Road 2 Amersham Park Road 1 Annie Street 2 Aquarius Lane 1 Arbour Close 1 Arnside Drive 1 Ash Street 2 Ashbourne Road 1 Ashcroft Avenue 3 Ashfield Close 1 Ashley Street 1 Asten Fold 1 Auckland Drive 1 Avondale Drive 1 Balfour Street 2 Bank Lane 2 Barclays Avenue 1 Barr Hill Avenue 1 Barrfield Road 1 Basset Avenue 1 Bazaar Street 1 Beech Avenue 2

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