UK Move Guide

Moving To Manchester

Manchester offers lower living costs than London with excellent transport links. The Metrolink tram is central to getting around — get your card set up early.

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Key facts

Council tax set by local borough — Manchester City, Salford, Trafford

Metrolink tram covers most areas

Strong rental market in city centre and Salford Quays

Major NHS Trust hospitals — GP registration important

What You'll Need To Do

Immediate Admin Tasks

  • 1Register with a local GP
  • 2Update council tax for your new borough
  • 3Register on the electoral roll
  • 4Set up Metrolink travel card
  • 5Update DVLA and HMRC

Getting Around

Transport In Manchester

  • Metrolink tram network
  • Bee Network buses
  • Northern Rail / TransPennine
  • Manchester Piccadilly station

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