About Miles Platting

Miles Platting is a district located in Greater Manchester, England, within the M40 postcode area. It lies approximately two miles east of Manchester city centre and is well-connected by public transport, including bus and train services. The area features a mix of residential housing and local amenities, catering to the needs of its residents. The district has seen considerable development over the years, with various community facilities and parks available for leisure activities. Local shops and eateries provide convenient options for daily necessities and dining. Miles Platting is also close to larger urban areas, making it easy to access the wider attractions and services of Greater Manchester.

School Ratings in Miles Platting

Miles Platting is served by 448 schools. Collyhurst Nursery School and Abbott Community Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Miles Platting

Property prices average £180K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £139K.

Deprivation and Employment in Miles Platting

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Miles Platting is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Miles Platting

Most properties in Miles Platting can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,816 sales

Average Price £180K
£115 — £9.5M
Detached £263K 215
Semi £186K 1,804
Terraced £139K 2,248
Flat £116K 284

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

243 Primary
50 Secondary
155 Other
Park View Community Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Miles Platting and Ancoats Children Centre 0.4 miles St Augustine's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Collyhurst Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Collyhurst Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.7 miles St Edmund's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Manchester Communication Academy Secondary Good 0.8 miles Saviour CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Ravensbury Community School Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles St Malachy's RC Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles CofE School of the Resurrection Primary Good 0.9 miles St Patrick's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Miles Platting IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Miles Platting as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
2/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
16,569 Children (0-15) 23%
44,919 Working Age 64%
12,136 Older (60+) 17%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 57.3% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 41.5% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ardwick Train Station 1.4 miles
Salford Central Train Station 2.2 miles
Deansgate Train Station 2.3 miles
Gorton Train Station 2.3 miles
Moston Train Station 2.6 miles
Fairfield Train Station 2.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bradford 0.6 miles Ancoats 0.9 miles Collyhurst 0.9 miles Strangeways 1.2 miles Beswick 1.2 miles Harpurhey 1.2 miles Newton Heath 1.4 miles Clayton 1.4 miles Cheetham Hill 1.4 miles Ardwick 1.4 miles Moston 1.4 miles Openshaw 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Manchester
Ward Moston
Constituency Manchester Central
Parish Manchester, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in M40 30 shown View all streets

Abberley Drive 2 Abbeydale Road 1 Acton Avenue 1 Adrian Street 2 Ailsa Close 2 Ainsley Street 1 Airton Close 2 Albert Gardens 1 Albine Street 1 Aldham Avenue 1 Aldsworth Drive 1 Alminstone Close 2 Amos Avenue 4 Anfield Road 1 Annesley Road 1 Anslow Close 1 Arbory Avenue 3 Ardale Avenue 1 Ascot Road 5 Ashfield Drive 2 Ashlands Avenue 1 Ashley Court Drive 1 Ashville Terrace 3 Askett Close 1 Assheton Crescent 1 Assheton Road 9 Astoria Avenue 1 Atherley Grove 1 Athlone Avenue 1 Attleboro Road 2

Postcodes in M40 50 shown View all postcodes

M40 0AB M40 0AD M40 0AE M40 0AF M40 0AH M40 0AJ M40 0AN M40 0AP M40 0AQ M40 0AR M40 0AS M40 0AT M40 0AU M40 0AW M40 0AX M40 0AY M40 0AZ M40 0BA M40 0BB M40 0BD M40 0BE M40 0BF M40 0BG M40 0BH M40 0BJ M40 0BL M40 0BN M40 0BP M40 0BQ M40 0BR M40 0BT M40 0BW M40 0BX M40 0DA M40 0DB M40 0DE M40 0DF M40 0DG M40 0DH M40 0DJ M40 0DL M40 0DN M40 0DP M40 0DQ M40 0DR M40 0DS M40 0DT M40 0DU M40 0DW M40 0DX