Living in M18: Liveability Score 66/100
Manchester, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in M18, 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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M18 scores 66 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
6 Outstanding, 41 Good out of 50 rated schools.
Healthcare provision is rated well above average by CQC. 4 GP surgeries and 7 hospital facilities serve the area.
97% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 1/10, above-average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,312/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 501 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M18 covers 596 active postcodes in Manchester, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M18 a safe area to live?
M18 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 M18?
Schools in M18 score 91/100. 6 Outstanding, 41 Good out of 50 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M18?
Broadband in M18 scores 92/100. 97% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M18 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include M11, M12, M43. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M18?
M18 scores 66/100, 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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