5. Bolton
One of the fastest-growing UK towns in the 19th century was Bolton. It’s most prosperous time was1929 when there were 216 cotton mills in operation as well as a further 26 bleaching and dyeing works. Because of this extensive operation this was in fact one of the largest and most productive centers anywhere on the planet involved in the industry of cotton spinning. Unfortunately after the First World War the British cotton industry declined sharply and in fact by the year 1980 the industry has basically ceased to exist in Bolton and surrounding areas. Upmarket properties can cost as much as £2,000,000.
4. Heaton
The largely residential district of Heaton is located in Greater Manchester. It is approximately 2 miles from the Bolton town centre. Other towns in the region are places such as Halliwell, Smithills, Markland Hill and Deane. It was developed into a Township in the 12th-century. The name comes from the old English word heah and tun which basically means enclosed ground on high land. It was first recorded in 1227 as Heton. Luxury mansions can cost as much as £2,100,000.
3. Stockport
The large town of Stockport is located in greater Manchester. It is approximately 7 miles from Manchester city centre. This is at the point where the River Tame and Goyt merge in order to become the River Mersey. In the 16th-century Stockport was in fact a very small town known for the manufacturing of rope and also for hemp production. Two centuries later it had one of the first mechanized silk factories in the UK. The most important industries in the region particularly in the 19th century were in fact the cotton industries. £2,500,000 is the prize which can be expected when purchasing property in this area.
2. Altrincham
The market town of Altrincham can be found in Trafford, Greater Manchester. It is not far from the River Mersey. Manchester city centre is less than 10 miles away and there are also other towns close by such as Warrington and Sale. Approximately 53000 people are living here. As far back as1290 Altrincham was established as a market town. It was an exception in the region because most other towns depended upon agriculture. The town also benefit substantially from the extension of the Bridgewater cannal which finally reached it in 1765. A further economic boost was received with the arrival of the railway in 1849. Upscale mentions will sell for £3,800,000.
1. Manchester
One of the large cities in the northwest of England is Manchester which is a region with an important and valuable industrial heritage. It is also home to the Castlefield conservation area which introduces people to the18th-century canal system which provides evidence of the time when the city was an important producer of textile products. More can be learned when visiting the interactive Museum of Science & Industry. Another attraction is the Salford Quays dockyards which are home to the Imperial War Museum North as well as the Lowry cultural centre. Properties in Manchester can cost as much as £4,500,000.