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Manchester, Greater Manchester Rating
Greater Manchester is Britain’s third largest metropolitan county by population, but it is often considered the UK’s second city. With a population growth that is three times the national average, the largest economy outside London, and a wealth of cultural offerings, Manchester is a true rival to the capital.
Though Manchester is no longer the industrial centre it once was, the city’s canals and warehouses serve as reminders of its heritage, whilst new opportunities have taken their place. Numerous large companies are headquartered in Manchester, where office space and homes are more affordable than in London, and the cost of living is generally much lower. Manchester has also bounced back from its history of being destroyed by bombs in the second World War and more recently – showing community spirit and enterprise, and rebuilding.
The significant rebuilding that has occurred here over the decades means that there are many modern homes to choose from, including canal-side luxury flats and ordinary semi-detached homes, but there is still some unique period property in the area, including trendy warehouse conversions. Green space in the city centre is limited, but increases further out – and the surrounding countryside is lovely. There are also many options for good schools, adding to the list of amenities that appeal to families.
Manchester is well-connected to the rest of the UK by road and rail, and to the rest of the world by plane. Within Manchester, there are many public transport options, including trains, trams, and buses.
In 2016, the Global Liveability Survey ranked Manchester as the best UK city to live in, beating out London, and placing 43rd overall in the ranking of 140 worldwide cities.