Lightbowne
Lightbowne is about three miles north east of the city centre, either side of Lightbowne Road. It's close to Oldham Road, a major route into the city centre from the north.
Living in Lightbowne
It's about a mile from the North City Centre complex in nearby Harpurhey. As well as smaller shops, there's a large Asda store, a covered market, post office, medical centre, police station, library and sixth form college.
Homes west of Lightbowne Road are within walking distance of local shops on Moston Lane, while the other side of Lightbowne Road is not far from shops on Oldham Road. There are local post offices and a medical centre on Lightbowne Road.
Most of the area is close to the jobs and training opportunities of the North Central Manchester Business park.
There are regular buses along Lightbowne Road - the vibrant city centre, with its shops, entertainment and leisure facilities is just a few minutes journey. The station at Dean Lane (just off Oldham Road) has regular trains to Manchester and Oldham.
Homes to rent in Lightbowne
There are around 990 homes rented out by not-for-profit landlords like housing associations and housing trusts.
Neighbouring areas