Living in M13: Liveability Score 67/100
Manchester, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in M13, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
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M13 scores 67 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Manchester (year ending Dec 2025): 84,423 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
11 Outstanding, 36 Good out of 51 rated schools.
Healthcare provision is rated well above average by CQC. 12 GP surgeries and 17 hospital facilities serve the area.
85% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 2/10, above-average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,312/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 2,935 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M13 covers 488 active postcodes in Manchester, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M13 a safe area to live?
M13 scores 2/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Manchester (year ending Dec 2025): 84,423 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in M13?
Schools in M13 score 92/100. 11 Outstanding, 36 Good out of 51 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M13?
Broadband in M13 scores 56/100. 85% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M13 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include M12, M14, M1. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M13?
M13 scores 67/100, rated "Good", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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