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Manchester - UK

Moving to Manchester - UK

Contribute to the community by sharing information to help the Desi community connect and support one another. Provide details about apartments where the Desi community resides. Answer questions from those moving here for work, school, or other reasons. Share information about areas or buildings with a significant Desi population, including rent costs, utilities included, accessibility, availability of laundry facilities, and other relevant details. Note: This section is not for posting apartments for rent—please use the classifieds section for that. The goal is to offer guidance and answer questions for people planning to move to this area.

 

1. South Asian Community

• Indian: Predominantly Gujarati, Punjabi, and Tamil communities.
• Pakistani: Large Pakistani population, particularly from Punjab and Mirpur.
• Bangladeshi: Concentrated in areas with established South Asian communities.
• Sri Lankan: Smaller community but growing presence.

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2. Areas with Significant South Asian Populations

• Rusholme: Known for the Curry Mile, popular among Indian and Pakistani communities.
• Longsight: Home to a mix of South Asian residents, especially Pakistani and Bangladeshi.
• Cheetham Hill: Diverse South Asian presence, including Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi communities.
• Levenshulme: Mixed South Asian population, with growing Indian and Bangladeshi influence.
• Oldham: High concentration of Pakistani residents.

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3. South Asian Main Market Areas

• Curry Mile, Rusholme: Iconic stretch of South Asian restaurants, shops, and businesses.
• Cheetham Hill Road: Known for South Asian clothing stores, groceries, and community businesses.

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4. South Asian Grocery Stores

• Manchester Superstore (Cheetham Hill): Popular for Indian and Pakistani products.
• Asiana Hypermarket (Longsight): Offers a wide range of South Asian groceries.
• World Foods (Rusholme): Specializes in Indian, Bangladeshi, and Pakistani ingredients.
• Pak Supermarket (Oldham): Focused on Pakistani and Bangladeshi staples.

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5. Transportation

• Public Transport:

  • Buses: Extensive coverage, especially between South Asian areas and the city center.
  • Trams: Metrolink connects major areas, including Oldham and Cheetham Hill.

• Ride-Sharing: Uber and Bolt are widely used.

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6. Religious Places

• Temples:

  • Shree Radha Krishna Mandir (Cheetham Hill).
  • Hindu Temple Manchester (Whalley Range).

• Gurdwaras:

  • Gurdwara Sikh Temple Manchester (Trafford).
  • Guru Gobind Singh Gurdwara (Salford).

• Mosques:

  • Victoria Park Mosque (Rusholme).
  • Madina Masjid (Levenshulme).
  • Zakariyya Mosque (Cheetham Hill).

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7. Cost of Living

• Rent:

  • 1-bedroom apartment: £600–£900/month (South Asian areas).
  • 3-bedroom house: £1,200–£1,500/month.

• Utilities: £100–£150/month for electricity, gas, and water.

• Transportation: £80–£100/month for travel cards (bus and tram).

• Groceries: Affordable in South Asian supermarkets, around £200–£300/month for a family.

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8. Best Public Schools in South Asian Areas

Elementary Schools:

• Wilbraham Primary School (Chorlton): Diverse student body.
• St. Kentigern's RC Primary School (Fallowfield): Popular in South Asian communities.

Middle Schools:

• Levenshulme High School (Levenshulme): Known for academic excellence.
• The East Manchester Academy (Beswick): Multicultural environment.

High Schools:

• Manchester Grammar School (Fallowfield): Highly ranked for academics.
• Whalley Range High School (Whalley Range): Inclusive and diverse.
• Oldham Sixth Form College (Oldham): Excellent for higher education in South Asian areas.