The population of Didsbury is approximately 14, 900 and it is an area within Manchester that lies around 4.5 miles south of the city centre. The area is home to Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens and Didsbury Park – which are both notable for winning the highly esteemed Green Flag Awards. Didsbury village is home to a multitude of restaurants, bars and pubs and has an established night life in South Manchester. The area has however been criticised for losing its individuality to multinational corporations which have taken over historically renowned buildings. The area is serviced by one of the busiest bus routes in Europe and has links to the city centre, Trafford Centre and Parswood’s entertainment centre.

The agreement for the establishment of the Manchester Ship Canal was made in Didsbury at the Towers which is situated on Wilmslow Road. The area is becoming increasingly populated by young professionals.

The average value of properties in Didsbury is £256, 260 which is a £1, 702 increase from the previous year. The average price paid for 1, 410 properties over the last five years in Didsbury is £263, 136. The average asking rent per month stands at just under £850.