Nestled between two major regional transport hubs for train, metrolink and bus travel – Manchester Victoria and Shudehill Transport Interchange – and conveniently situated on the inner ring road and cycle network, however you choose to travel you can get to and from NOMA with ease.
And if you’re coming from or going further afield, then Manchester Piccadilly is an 18 minute walk away and Manchester airport directly accessible from a variety of transport routes.
For investors and businesses seeking a dynamic location, look no further than Manchester. This renowned northern powerhouse is a global hub for commerce, culture, and innovation. Steeped in rich industrial heritage, the city has transformed into a modern metropolis boasting a thriving music scene, world-class museums, global sport brands, and a diverse culinary landscape. Manchester offers a dynamic business environment with excellent connectivity to the rest of the UK and Europe, making it the perfect place to establish your roots.
‘Manchester has been named the best city for young professionals’ (Source)
‘Manchester named one of best places to visit in 2024’ (New York Times)
Online retailers Amazon, Boohoo and Pretty Little Thing, all have their head offices in Manchester, and Siemens, Booking.com, Starling Bank, and Autotrader have recently moved their UK headquarters to the city, too.
With Manchester’s rich industrial heritage, it’s no surprise that the city and its surroundings are home to several factories, such as Unilever’s PG Tips plant, and Kellogg’s cereal factory in Trafford Park
Just next door in Salford is MediaCityUK, which is home to powerhouse names such as the BBC, ITV Granada and NEP Connect.
Manchester has pledged to be carbon neutral by 2038 with all new buildings operating with net zero carbon emissions by 2028 Source: Manchester Climate Change Framework | Number 1 city for attracting foreign direct investment outside of London Source: FDI Intelligence European Cities and Regions of the Future 2024 Report | Manchester’s world class multi-modal integrated transport infrastructure provides outstanding connectivity across the Northwest and the UK Source: Invest in Manchester 2024 | Access to 8.9 million people within one-hour drive and over 100,000 students, Manchester is a region rich in talent with unrivalled access to a highly skilled workforce Source: Invest in Manchester 2024 | Greater Manchester’s economic growth is driven by its diverse industry base, which has specialisms in Advanced Manufacturing, Business, Finance and Professional Services, Life Sciences, Energy and Environment and Creative, Digital and Tech Source: Invest in Manchester 2024 |
Number 15 best city in the world to visit Source: Timeout 2024 | x3 $1bn unicorn companies grown in the city Source: Beauhurst analysis of 2023 Unicorn company list | £78bn GVA and largest UK regional economy Source: MIDAS | Number 1 most liveable city 2022 Source: The Economist Global Liveability Index 2022 | Number 1 regional tech city 2022 Source: CBRE Tech City Report 2022, MIDAS |
NOMA is located between Spinningfields, The Northern Quarter and the Green Quarter.
For those familiar with Manchester, NOMA (a portmanteau of North and Manchester) is a rapidly developing 20-acre district nestled within the city centre. This vibrant space offers a unique blend of modern offices, stylish residential spaces, trendy shops, and delectable restaurants, all seamlessly woven together with public squares and pockets of green. NOMA isn’t just a place to live or work, it’s a place to thrive – a true community within the city where you can connect, unwind, and explore.
If you’re travelling by train the nearest station is Manchester Victoria; right on the very doorstep. If it’s easier to travel to another station (like Manchester Piccadilly) don’t worry. Manchester Piccadilly is less than a mile from NOMA; so it’s a comfortable walk. If you don’t fancy that there’s plenty of taxis or you can even hop on an electric scooter.