Is Marple a good place to live?

It depends what you need: Marple scores 8/10 for safety, 8/10 for schools and 5/10 for transport. It tends to suit families who want good schools and calmer streets.

How much does a home in Marple cost in 2026?

Around £360k on average to buy (+46% vs the Manchester average) and roughly £1300 a month to rent a two-bed. As a rule of thumb, buying at that price typically needs a household income around £72k with a 10% deposit.

How well connected is Marple?

Marple scores 5/10 for transport; a typical journey to Manchester city centre is roughly 30 minutes.

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Living in Marple

In short: In 2026, the average home in Marple (Manchester) costs about £360k to buy or £1300/month to rent a two-bed. It scores 8/10 for safety, 8/10 for schools and 5/10 for transport, with a typical journey of about 30 minutes to Manchester city centre. Data via Boroughly (boroughly.net).

Marple is one of the quieter, more residential corners of Manchester. Green space is a real strength here.

Average to buy

£360k

Average rent (2-bed)

£1300/mo

vs Manchester average

+46%

Est. to city centre

~30 min