Ancoats and Beswick Community Action Plan
Making a difference near you
Number and type of properties
152
1 bed flats
36
2 bed flats
2
Unknown
254
2 bed houses
306
3 bed houses
59
4 bed houses
5
5 bed houses
5
6 bed houses
Priorities for your neighborhood
Based on your feedback, we’ve agreed the following priorities to focus on in your area.
We’ll be sharing updates on how we progress with these priorities over on our social media channels.
Priority 1: Sorting out overgrown green spaces
We’re working to resolve long‑standing issues with overgrown land, including clarifying who is responsible for maintaining different areas so we can keep them tidy and well‑looked‐after.
Priority 2: Keeping the area safe during Bonfire Night and winter events
We’ll be identifying hotspot areas, increasing patrols and removing unsafe items to help keep everyone safe and reduce problems during busy celebration periods.
Priority 3: Tackling fly‑tipping and improving greenspace maintenance
We’re taking a more proactive approach to fly‑tipping — especially around Hessop Close — and improving how we maintain shared outdoor spaces so they stay clean and welcoming.
Priority 4: Extra clean-ups after matchdays
We’ll be carrying out more frequent clean‑ups every fortnight after matchdays to help keep the area tidy and enjoyable for everyone.
You said, we're doing
Over the last few months, we’ve been out in the community listening to you. We held in-person focus groups, workshops and surveys with residents, local groups and partners to understand what matters most in your area.
You told us about:
- What you like about your area
- What you’d change or improve
- How safe you feel day to day
Using everything you shared with us, we’ve agreed the key priorities for your neighbourhood. Below, you’ll see what you told us and what we’re doing in response.
You said:
“The planters and trees on Blakemore Walk need improving."
We did:
- We’re renewing the planters and trees on Blakemore Walk to brighten up the area.
You said:
"The area gets really untidy after events, with lots of litter."
We did:
- We’re increasing how often we litter‑pick here, especially after events, to keep the space clean and welcoming.
You said:
"Grass cutting needs to be more frequent in our greenspaces."
We did:
- We’re looking into how we can improve the frequency of grass cutting in these areas.
Investing in your community
We’re committed to making a real difference in our neighbourhoods. By working closely with local organisations, we support social, environmental and economic wellbeing so everyone has the chance to live well.
This includes funding community projects, creating social value through our contractors, and managing local community spaces that bring people together.
£23,491
Delivered in social value across 2024/25 in Ancoats and Beswick
This includes things like training opportunities, community activities, volunteering,
and improvements funded through our contractor partnerships.
Community grants
We've awarded
£25,000
in your area
and supported
3
local community projects
You key contacts
We’ve put together a simple list of useful contacts to help you find support and services in your area:
Manchester City Council - Cost of Living support
0800 023 2692 (Monday- Friday 9am - 4.30pm for assistance with food, energy bills and other financial concerns)
Pop in to one of our Neighbourhood Hubs
If you prefer to chat face to face, you can drop in to one of our local hubs. Our Neighbourhood Officers are there every week to help with anything to do with your home, tenancy or community.
The Place at Platt Lane
The Place at Platt Lane
Platt Lane, Fallowfield, Manchester (M14 7FZ)
Opening times
Neighbourhood drop-in: Every Tuesday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Gorton Hub
Gorton Hub
Gorton Hub, 27 Garratt Way (M18 8HE)
Opening times
Neighbourhood Officer drop-in sessions:
Revised times from Friday 13 June 2025:
Wednesday: 3-6pm | Thursday: 10am–2pm | Saturday: 9am–12pm
The Workshop
The Workshop
130 Alexandra Rd, Manchester M16 7WD
Temporarily closed
We're currently looking for an alternative venue to run our services, please speak to your Neighbourhood Officer if you need support or call us on 0330 355 1000
Levenshulme inspire
Levenshulme Inspire
747 Stockport Road, Levenshulme, Manchester, M19 3AR
Temporarily closed
We're not currently running services from Levenshulme Inspire, please speak to your Neighbourhood Officer if you need support or call us on 0330 355 1000
Neighbourhood Inspections
Join us as we walk around your neighbourhood and tell us about any issue you have in your local area you'd like us to address.
At Neighbourhood Inspections, we work with you to keep your neighbourhoods looking good. We assess everything from how our facilities are looking to green space upkeep, ensuring everything is in shipshape. These inspections are for reviewing outdoor areas, so if you have issues in your home, contact us or speak to your Neighbourhood Officer who can let the right team know.
Check the Neighbourhoods page to find out the date and meeting point of your next Inspection:
Free community events near you
We host free, inclusive events across our neighbourhoods all year round, from family fun days to craft sessions. Everyone is welcome at our events - they're accessible, affordable, and a great place to connect with others!
You can always find our latest community events on our Events page of our website.
Keeping you updated
We’ll keep you informed on our progress on these priorities, a minimum of every six months. We’ll do this in the following ways:
- In our customer newsletter - Customer Catch-up
- At local residents meetings
- On this dedicated Community Plans webpage
- On social media
These updates will help you see how we’re acting on your feedback and stay in the loop with the improvements happening in your area.
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