June 7, 2025
UK Property Market / Manchester
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Manchester has recently been recognised for a ‘creative and economic rebirth’, earning a mention on Resonance’s list of Europe’s Best Cities for 2025.
Ranked 36th out of 100, Manchester sits proudly alongside cities like London, Paris, and Amsterdam. Described as “England’s Worker Bee City,” it’s one of the only UK cities to feature in a list that identifies urban regions leading in economic strength, cultural momentum, and global reputation.
“You’ll be hearing a lot more about Manchester this decade as the historic engine of English industry shifts into high gear across both culture and development.”
Cities are ranked on liveability, loveability, and prosperity. Taking into account things like sights & landmarks, price-to-income ratio, air quality, nightlife, Google trends, airports, universities, employment rates, and a lot more. The list covers a comprehensive range of factors; securing a place on it is certainly something to feel proud of.
Manchester was highlighted for its world-renowned universities, international airport, and ambitious investment plans, such as the £2bn regeneration of Old Trafford and the expansive Victoria North project, the largest of its kind in the North of England.
Backed by an £80-billion economy that’s grown by 50% since 2000, Manchester is increasingly becoming a city of global importance. The report also referenced the Bee Network, Manchester’s own public transport system, as a sign of how connected, forward-thinking and accessible the city has become.
And in true Manchester fashion, it even ranked 15th for most-used Instagram hashtags – just further proof that the city continues to inspire, online and off.
Investment
Manchester is firmly in its growth era. In the past decade, the city has transformed: new buildings, green spaces, tech and digital hubs, transport upgrades, and a consistent flow of inward investment have all played their part.
The average annual growth rate in Manchester between 2015 and 2025 hit 2.8% – more than double the UK average of 1.3%. The city’s trajectory is clear: this is no longer an “up-and-coming” location; it’s a place where growth is happening now.
But the real opportunity lies in what’s still to come.
Projects like Victoria North will reshape over 150 hectares of land, adding more than 40,000 new homes and a new urban community with modern parklands and amenities. In Old Trafford, Manchester United’s planned £2 billion stadium redevelopment will also breathe new life into the surrounding area.
To the south-east, plans to regenerate Holt Town will extend the success of nearby New Islington, introducing another thriving neighbourhood to the city centre fringe.
With billions being invested across all corners of Manchester, it’s clear: this city isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
Yes, the best time to invest might have been ten years ago. But the second best time? It’s right now.
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