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South Manchester Student Hub

South Manchester Student Hub investment guide. Average gross yield 6.6%, tenant's market rental demand.

6.6%avg gross yield
£233kavg sold price (97 sales, 12mo)
Tenant's marketrental demand
Article 4: No
Last updated April 2026
Average Gross Yield
6.6%
+1.1% vs Manchester avg (5.5%)
Average Asking Price
£233,000
high confidence (97 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£1,213
2-bed · 3-bed £1,557 · 7.9% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£288
City avg £423/sqft · 135 below average
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in M13
1-bed
£909
per month
7.7% yield
2-bed
£1,213
per month
7.9% yield
3-bed
£1,557
per month
6.5% yield
4-bed
£2,375
per month
11.8% yield
Ownership mix
M13 vs UK average · 14,431 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Distinct tenure mix: 12% owned outright (21pp lower than the UK average of 33%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
11.5%(UK 32.9%)
-21.4pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
14.7%(UK 29.7%)
-15.0pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
36.8%(UK 20.3%)
+16.5pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
37.0%(UK 17.1%)
+19.9pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in M13
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced →0.0%£258,985£0
Semi-detached →0.0%£270,304£0
Flat →0.0%£135,690£0
About South Manchester Student Hub (M13, Manchester)

M13 attracts property investors primarily for its strong gross yield of 6.6%, significantly above many UK markets. The area's proximity to Manchester Metropolitan University and University of Manchester creates consistent rental demand across multiple bedroom types.

The tenant market is dominated by students and young professionals, with rental rates ranging from £909/month for one-bedroom properties to £2,375/month for four-bedroom homes. This demographic typically seeks convenient access to university campuses and city centre amenities, creating stable occupancy potential.

Investors should note that M13 operates as a tenant's market, meaning competition is relatively high and rental growth may be constrained. Additionally, the data shows 0% variance across all bedroom categories, suggesting limited recent price movement—careful due diligence on comparable properties is essential before purchase.

Sold Price Trend - M13
Average sold price, last 12 months
+62.9% over 12 monthsHM Land Registry
Transaction counts shown in tooltip · Data excludes Dec 2025 partial-year distortions
Flip Activity - M13
Same-property resales within 18 months, last 24 months
No flips meeting our 15% uplift threshold recorded in M13 over the last 24 months.
Planning & Licensing - M13
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect
HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.
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Selective LicensingNot in effect
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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect
Planning restriction data not yet verified for this area.
Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.
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