About Sharston

Sharston is a suburb located in Greater Manchester, England, within the M22 postcode area. It is situated approximately five miles south of Manchester city centre, making it easily accessible for those commuting to the city. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles, including semi-detached and terraced homes. Sharston is served by various local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. Transport links in Sharston are well-established, with nearby bus services connecting the suburb to surrounding areas. The M56 motorway is also easily accessible, providing convenient routes for those travelling further afield. The local community is diverse, with a range of cultural influences reflected in the area. Overall, Sharston offers a practical living environment with essential services and good transport connections.

School Ratings in Sharston

Sharston is served by 319 schools. Ashgate Specialist Support Primary School and Crossacres Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Sharston

Property prices average £259K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £222K.

Deprivation and Employment in Sharston

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Sharston 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 Sharston

Most properties in Sharston 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 3,778 sales

Average Price £259K
£150 — £22.5M
Detached £357K 237
Semi £222K 1,368
Terraced £195K 1,268
Flat £140K 776

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

177 Primary
41 Secondary
101 Other
Benchill Sure Start Childrens Centre Good 0.4 miles Crossacres Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.5 miles Gatley Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.5 miles Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Ashgate Specialist Support Primary School Outstanding 0.6 miles Benchill Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Southern Cross School 0.7 miles Haveley Hey Community School Primary 0.8 miles Sharston Sure Start Children Centre Requires Improvement 0.8 miles St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden Primary Good 0.9 miles Peel Hall Primary Academy Primary 1 miles St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Sharston IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Sharston 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
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
2/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,609 Children (0-15) 23%
31,008 Working Age 62%
9,586 Older (60+) 19%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.8% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 36.1% 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

Gatley Train Station 0.7 miles
East Didsbury Train Station 1.6 miles
Heald Green Train Station 1.8 miles
Manchester Airport Train Station 2.1 miles
Burnage Train Station 2.4 miles
Cheadle Hulme Train Station 2.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Gatley 0.6 miles Benchill 0.6 miles Wythenshawe 0.6 miles Peel Hall 0.6 miles Baguley 1.4 miles Newall Green 1.4 miles Woodhouse Park 1.4 miles Northenden 1.4 miles Northern Moor 1.8 miles East Didsbury 1.8 miles Cheadle 1.9 miles Roundthorn 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Manchester
Ward Woodhouse Park
Constituency Wythenshawe and Sale East
Parish Manchester, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in M22 30 shown View all streets

Acres Fold Avenue 1 Actonville Avenue 1 Adshead Close 3 Aldercroft Avenue 2 Alders Avenue 1 Alders Road 6 Alderue Avenue 4 Allanson Road 5 Alric Walk 1 Altair Avenue 2 Altcar Walk 2 Altrincham Road 9 Ardenfield Drive 4 Ardmore Walk 1 Ashcott Avenue 1 Ashgate Avenue 1 Ashmoor Road 2 Ashurst Road 6 Askern Avenue 2 Austell Road 2 Avening Walk 1 Aviator Way 1 Badgers Walk 2 Bailey Lane 2 Bampton Road 1 Banstead Avenue 2 Bardsea Avenue 1 Barnclose Road 1 Barncroft Gardens 1 Barrowfield Road 2

Postcodes in M22 50 shown View all postcodes

M22 0AD M22 0AF M22 0AG M22 0BA M22 0BE M22 0BS M22 0BT M22 0BU M22 0BX M22 0BY M22 0BZ M22 0DA M22 0DB M22 0DD M22 0DE M22 0DF M22 0DG M22 0DH M22 0DJ M22 0DL M22 0DN M22 0DW M22 0DX M22 0DY M22 0DZ M22 0EA M22 0ED M22 0EE M22 0EF M22 0EG M22 0EH M22 0EJ M22 0EL M22 0EN M22 0EP M22 0EQ M22 0ER M22 0EX M22 0EY M22 0EZ M22 0FA M22 0FB M22 0FD M22 0FE M22 0FF M22 0FG M22 0FH M22 0FJ M22 0FL M22 0GJ