New homes in Salford

A North West city that forms part of Greater Manchester, Salford lies right next to Manchester itself and offers quick and easy access to its neighbour. You can also hop on the M62 to get to Warrington in less than half an hour from new homes in Salford, and continue on to Liverpool in a further 10 minutes.

From football matches at Manchester United’s famous Old Trafford stadium, to shows and exhibitions at the Lowry and shopping trips to the Trafford Centre, you can also visit the Imperial War Museum and enjoy a coffee by the Quays on a pleasant day. Relax at Build Hill Park or head to work at MediaCityUK; all with our developments closest to Salford.

The Salford life

Salford is the second city of Greater Manchester, located on the banks of the River Irwell. New homes here are situated on the Manchester Ship Canal, as it was once a significant cotton and silk manufacturing hub. Today, it is known as the home of MediaCityUK and for its thriving residential and commercial area around Salford Quays.

Things to see and do in Salford

Whether you're relocating to the area or visiting, there's plenty to see and do in Salford, including:

• The Lowry
• Salford Museum and Art Gallery
• Imperial War Museum
• Ordsall Hall
• Peel Park
• Watersports and river cruises at Salford Quays

Schools and education in Salford

Looking for a school for your kids? You'll be pleased to know that new homes in Salford boast brilliant schools, colleges and universities. Some of these are:

The Salford life

Salford is the second city of Greater Manchester, located on the banks of the River Irwell. New homes here are situated on the Manchester Ship Canal, as it was once a significant cotton and silk manufacturing hub. Today, it is known as the home of MediaCityUK and for its thriving residential and commercial area around Salford Quays.

Things to see and do in Salford

Whether you're relocating to the area or visiting, there's plenty to see and do in Salford, including:

• The Lowry

• Salford Museum and Art Gallery

• Imperial War Museum

• Ordsall Hall

• Peel Park

• Watersports and river cruises at Salford Quays

Schools and education in Salford

Looking for a school for your kids? You'll be pleased to know that new homes in Salford boast brilliant schools, colleges and universities. Some of these are:

Transport in Salford

Due to its proximity to Manchester city centre, new homes in Salford benefit from excellent transport links, comprising trams, buses and trains.

By car

• M602: Reach the M62 in minutes from Salford via this route, where you can travel to Warrington, Liverpool and Leeds
• M60: Take the M60 from Salford to reach Manchester Airport and Stockport
• A56: This road leads to Old Trafford, Sale, Timperley and Altrincham before meeting the M56 in Cheshire

By tram

Transport for Greater Manchester operates a tram service throughout the two cities, which stops at various locations in Salford, including MediaCityUK, Salford Quays and the Imperial War Museum. Use the tram to get around Salford, visit Manchester city centre or reach other parts of Greater Manchester.

By bus

FirstGroup and Arriva operate many bus services throughout Salford and Greater Manchester, making it easy to get around.

By train

Salford Central and Salford Crescent are the city's two main train stations, with services departing to Manchester, Blackburn, Leeds and Blackpool.

Salford property market

Salford's property market has seen an increase in property prices; however, these remain more affordable than in other parts of Greater Manchester.

Whether you’re a young professional, couple or family, Salford is an excellent choice for those who want to experience city life. Plus, it's only a short journey to some of the North West's best green spaces, including the Cheshire countryside and Lancashire hills.

For those who want the best of both worlds, our 3 and 4 bedroom homes on Orchard Meadows development combine rural living with the convenience of the city nearby. Located on the edge of Appleton Thorn, it's a 30-minute drive from Salford.

Alternatively, our Stanneylands development in Wilmslow is located in one of the North West's most sought-after areas and is just 35 minutes' drive from Salford.

New home offers and schemes in Salford

Explore the various offers and schemes available at David Wilson Homes to find your dream home and start the buying process today.