Is Hazel Grove a good place to live?

It depends what you need: Hazel Grove scores 7/10 for safety, 8/10 for schools and 6/10 for transport. It tends to suit families who want good schools and calmer streets.

How much does a home in Hazel Grove cost in 2026?

Around £310k on average to buy (+26% vs the Manchester average) and roughly £1200 a month to rent a two-bed. As a rule of thumb, buying at that price typically needs a household income around £62k with a 10% deposit.

How well connected is Hazel Grove?

Hazel Grove scores 6/10 for transport; a typical journey to Manchester city centre is roughly 28 minutes.

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Living in Hazel Grove

In short: In 2026, the average home in Hazel Grove (Manchester) costs about £310k to buy or £1200/month to rent a two-bed. It scores 7/10 for safety, 8/10 for schools and 6/10 for transport, with a typical journey of about 28 minutes to Manchester city centre. Data via Boroughly (boroughly.net).

Hazel Grove is one of the quieter, more residential corners of Manchester.

Average to buy

£310k

Average rent (2-bed)

£1200/mo

vs Manchester average

+26%

Est. to city centre

~28 min