Manchester

Manchester is widely regarded as the leading city for property investment in the UK, with the highest projected rental growth over the next five years. As the third-largest regional economy in the country, it is home to Europe’s largest student population and boasts one of the highest postgraduate retention rates in the UK, further bolstering its appeal as a property investment hotspot.

18.3%

House price increase over 5 years (Zoopla)

29.4%

Projected price growth by 2029 (Savills)

21.6%

Projected rent increase by 2027 (JLL)

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Why Invest in Manchester

Londons Economy

The city is a global leader and is one of the world’s leading financial centres for international business, renowned for its services industry, specifically financial services.

London's economy is remarkably robust, ranking as the fifth largest metropolitan economy globally, with an estimated worth of £526.5 billion.The city is celebrated for its top-tier financial services and cutting-edge tech sectors.Between 2024 and 2027, London's economy is projected to expand by 2% annually.

London was ranked the world’s most magnetic city for the 9th year in a row by the World Economic Forum in 2020, despite the COVID pandemic and Brexit. The rating is based upon its ability to attract people, capital and global businesses. The city increased its score in 2020, pulling away from New York, which is in second place.
Massive Undersupply of Housing
Manchester is undergoing a significant transformation through the Northern Powerhouse initiative, spurring regeneration across the city. This revitalisation is attracting major businesses, boosting the local economy, and driving up rental demand, rental growth, and property prices—making it an even more lucrative destination for property investors.
Student Population
With over 100,000 students enrolled across five universities, Manchester boasts the largest student population in Europe. This vibrant international student community fuels demand for rental accommodation while enriching the city's talent pool and population. Notably, Manchester also has one of the UK’s highest postgraduate retention rates, at 51%, further solidifying its status as a top destination for young professionals.
Robust Economy
Greater Manchester is home to the third-largest regional economy in the UK, with key employers driving an annual Gross Value Added (GVA) of £66.4 billion. As a focal point of the government’s Northern Powerhouse initiative, the city is experiencing a significant economic uplift through ongoing regeneration, enhanced infrastructure, and improved connectivity with London. This thriving economy positions Manchester as a prime location for property investment.
London Skyline

London's Connectivity

One of London's main appeals is its world class connections to both the rest of the world and within the country itself, with further investments coming in the next few years.

Air

London has six major airports, London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Stansted and London Southend. Heathrow Airport is the UK's busiest airport and ranks 7th in the world, servicing 80.1 million passengers per year, with 84 airlines and 203 destinations across 84 countries.

Rail / HS2

London benefits from excellent connectivity to the rest of the UK by its rail links. There are ten major mailine stations in London, Waterloo, Paddington, King's Cross, St Pancras, Euston, Charing Cross, Victoria, London Bridge, Fenchurch Street and Liverpool Street, making the city easily accessible for commuters.

HS2 is a planned high speed railway linking London, Birmingham, the East Midlands, Leeds Sheffield and Manchester providing an engine for growth. The government’s commitment to the HS2 project will drastically decrease journey times, connecting with Manchester in 1 hour 11 minutes, Birmingham in 45 minutes and Leeds in 1 hour 21 minutes.

London Underground

Greater London and the city is served by an extensive underground rail network, "the tube", with 270 stations, making it quick and easy to travel into and across central London.

Citywide Regeneration

Londons Economy

The city is a global leader and is one of the world’s leading financial centres for international business, renowned for its services industry, specifically financial services.

London's economy is remarkably robust, ranking as the fifth largest metropolitan economy globally, with an estimated worth of £526.5 billion.The city is celebrated for its top-tier financial services and cutting-edge tech sectors.Between 2024 and 2027, London's economy is projected to expand by 2% annually.

London was ranked the world’s most magnetic city for the 9th year in a row by the World Economic Forum in 2020, despite the COVID pandemic and Brexit. The rating is based upon its ability to attract people, capital and global businesses. The city increased its score in 2020, pulling away from New York, which is in second place.
NOMA
A groundbreaking £800 million development is transforming the North West of England, creating significant investment opportunities and boosting regional growth.
Spinningfields
A £1.5 billion development is shaping Manchester’s “central business district,” now home to much of the city’s financial sector, earning the title “Canary Wharf of the North.”
St John's
Located on the outskirts of Spinningfields, this £1 billion project is dubbed “Manchester’s newest city centre neighbourhood.”
London Skyline

London's Connectivity

One of London's main appeals is its world class connections to both the rest of the world and within the country itself, with further investments coming in the next few years.

Air

London has six major airports, London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Stansted and London Southend. Heathrow Airport is the UK's busiest airport and ranks 7th in the world, servicing 80.1 million passengers per year, with 84 airlines and 203 destinations across 84 countries.

Rail / HS2

London benefits from excellent connectivity to the rest of the UK by its rail links. There are ten major mailine stations in London, Waterloo, Paddington, King's Cross, St Pancras, Euston, Charing Cross, Victoria, London Bridge, Fenchurch Street and Liverpool Street, making the city easily accessible for commuters.

HS2 is a planned high speed railway linking London, Birmingham, the East Midlands, Leeds Sheffield and Manchester providing an engine for growth. The government’s commitment to the HS2 project will drastically decrease journey times, connecting with Manchester in 1 hour 11 minutes, Birmingham in 45 minutes and Leeds in 1 hour 21 minutes.

London Underground

Greater London and the city is served by an extensive underground rail network, "the tube", with 270 stations, making it quick and easy to travel into and across central London.

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