Benchill is part of the Wythenshawe Council Estate (one of the largest council estates in Europe) – situated around 8 miles south of Manchester City Centre. Benchill was named as one of the most deprived areas in England in a survey conducted circa 2000 – however since then various national and local government schemes have been established in an effort to assist the area and its residents.

The average property value in Wythenshawe is around £115, 389 which is £550 less than the year previous. The average rental price per month in the area stands at around £591.