About Lower Broughton

Lower Broughton is a residential area located within Greater Manchester, England, specifically in the M7 1 postcode area. The neighbourhood features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and modern developments. It is primarily a community-focused area, with local amenities catering to the needs of its residents. The area is well-connected to Manchester city centre, making it convenient for those who work or study in the city. Lower Broughton is served by several bus routes, providing easy access to nearby shopping centres and recreational facilities. The proximity to parks and green spaces offers opportunities for outdoor activities, contributing to the overall appeal of the area for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Lower Broughton

Families in Lower Broughton have access to 424 local schools. St Philip's RC Primary School and St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower Broughton

Homes sell for an average of £245K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £208K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lower Broughton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Lower Broughton, with 1 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Broughton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Lower Broughton within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lower Broughton

Lower Broughton benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,016 sales

Average Price £245K
£700 — £2.3M
Detached £442K 305
Semi £284K 760
Terraced £208K 976
Flat £147K 816

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

225 Primary
48 Secondary
151 Other
River View Community Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Lower Broughton Children's Centre 0.3 miles The Friars Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary Primary Good 0.4 miles The Albion Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles University of Salford Good 0.6 miles Tiferes Requires Improvement 0.6 miles St Philip's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Cheetwood Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Boniface RC Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Central Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Edstart Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Broughton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Lower Broughton experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
14,033 Children (0-15) 26%
34,304 Working Age 64%
6,695 Older (60+) 12%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 63.5% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 49.9% 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 Lower Broughton 5 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Lower Broughton are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

4 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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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 0.6 miles
Salford Central Train Station 0.7 miles
Deansgate Train Station 1.4 miles
Ardwick Train Station 2.5 miles
Eccles (Manchester) Train Station 2.8 miles
Clifton (Manchester) Train Station 2.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pendleton 0.6 miles Charlestown 0.6 miles Higher Broughton 0.6 miles Manchester 0.9 miles Strangeways 1.2 miles Seedley 1.2 miles St George's 1.2 miles Cheetham Hill 1.4 miles Salford 1.4 miles Weaste 1.4 miles Brindle Heath 1.4 miles Lower Kersal 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Salford
Ward Broughton
Constituency Blackley and Broughton
Parish Salford, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in M7 30 shown View all streets

Acer Grove 1 Ainsdale Avenue 2 Alban Street 1 Albert Park Road 4 Alexander Gardens 1 Allesley Drive 1 Alsop Avenue 1 Altair Place 1 Antares Avenue 1 Appian Way 2 Arrow Street 1 Ascension Road 1 Ashbourne Grove 2 Athenian Gardens 1 Auriga Walk 2 Avebury Close 1 Axford Close 1 Ayrshire Road 3 Back Duncan Street 3 Back Hilton Street 1 Back Hope Street 2 Back Howe Street 3 Bandy Fields Place 1 Bank Street 1 Basten Drive 2 Baydon Avenue 1 Becket Avenue 2 Beeston Avenue 1 Benedict Close 1 Bennett Drive 1

Postcodes in M7 50 shown View all postcodes

M7 1AA M7 1AD M7 1AE M7 1AG M7 1AH M7 1AJ M7 1AL M7 1AN M7 1AR M7 1AU M7 1AW M7 1AX M7 1AY M7 1AZ M7 1BA M7 1BB M7 1BD M7 1BE M7 1BF M7 1BG M7 1BH M7 1BL M7 1BN M7 1BP M7 1BQ M7 1BR M7 1BS M7 1BT M7 1BU M7 1GQ M7 1GY M7 1HW M7 1JA M7 1JF M7 1JR M7 1LD M7 1LE M7 1LF M7 1LG M7 1LH M7 1LR M7 1LS M7 1LT M7 1LU M7 1LZ M7 1NB M7 1ND M7 1NE M7 1NF M7 1NG