- Manchester Crane survey from Deloitte measures the scale of developments and their impact across Manchester and Salford city centres.
- Report covers residential, office, hotel, retail and leisure, student accommodation, education and research facilities and healthcare.
- Salford growth being driven by residential sector.
The 2025 Manchester Crane Survey, the latest report which records the levels of development taking place across Manchester and Salford has been released. Published on 4 February, the report provides an update on ongoing activity across the construction sector from the past 12 months.
Once again there’s positivity across the sector on both sides of the Irwell, with the report highlighting that “Manchester and Salford continue to demonstrate remarkable resilience in the face of economic headwinds, solidifying their position as a thriving hub in the UK.
"This enduring strength is evident in the cities’ diversified economy, commitment to social equity, and focus on sustainability. While the construction sector faces challenges, Manchester's skyline remains active with cranes, reflecting ongoing investment in its future.”
Paul Dennett, Salford City Mayor said: “We have clearly highlighted our strategic approach of delivering growth through regeneration and our commitment to promoting inclusive growth through our This is Our Salford Corporate Plan.
"Our goal is focused on providing all Salford residents with the opportunity to benefit from the city's economic prosperity. A key component to this is rooted in improving the quality, range, and affordability of homes in the city, as well as increasing the number of homes across the city. Appropriate and sustainable residential growth is vital to creating a fairer, greener, healthier, and more inclusive city for all our residents.
These latest figures are positive, showing our approach and commitment in action as we continue to enable residential growth in a key and attractive area of the city.”
Produced by Deloitte, the international professional services company, the annual findings are seen as a key reflection of progress and growth for both cities. It records the volume and impact of development projects taking place across both cities. The focus is on Manchester and Salford city centres, which Deloitte classifies as the area which closely borders Manchester city centre.
The report focuses on four key themes: the resilience of Manchester and Salford's economy; the commitment to inclusive growth, connecting residents to opportunity; the factors driving its success as a thriving city centre; and its strategic focus on innovation as a catalyst for continued prosperity.
Salford key highlights from the past year with projects either completed or under construction include:
- 100 affordable homes being constructed as part of a housing scheme at Peru Street, with new homes designed to Passivhaus standards
- 250 residential units at Berkeley Square Phase 1
- 376 residential units at Bridgewater Wharf
- 196 residential units at Merchants Wharf
- 178 residential units at The Dye Works
- 160 residential units at Silkbank Wharf
- 433 residential units at CityView Salford (Regent Plaza)
- 189 residential units at The Railings
- 296 residential units at Oldfield Wharf
- 196 residential units at Novella Phase 2
- 96 residential units at Greenhaus
- 250 residential units at Obsidian
- 542 residential units at Waterloo Place
- 300 residential units at The Embankment
- 444 residential units at Bankside
- 156 residential units at Uptown
Plus 175,000sqft of new office space at Four New Bailey – office 175,000sq ft completed 2024 and the new Maldron Hotel Chapel Street with 188 rooms.
The full Manchester Crane Survey can be viewed here
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- Date published
- Friday 7 February 2025