Abbey Hey

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Abbey Hey

Hyde Road, Gorton 
Bus stop on the A57 outside Tesco Extra.
Hyde Road, Gorton Credit: Gerald England

Abbey Hey is a small suburban area located in the district of Gorton, within the city of Manchester, England. It falls within the boundaries of the historic county of Lancashire. Situated approximately three miles east of Manchester city center, Abbey Hey is primarily a residential area with a population of around 5,000 people.

The area is bordered by the A57 road to the north and the River Medlock to the south, with a mix of housing types ranging from terraced houses to semi-detached properties. Abbey Hey is known for its close-knit community atmosphere, characterized by a strong sense of local pride and community spirit.

Abbey Hey benefits from its proximity to Manchester city center, which offers a wide range of amenities, entertainment venues, and employment opportunities. The area is well-connected to the rest of Greater Manchester via public transport, with regular bus services and a nearby train station.

Despite its small size, Abbey Hey has a few local amenities including a primary school, a community center, and several green spaces such as Abbey Hey Park. The area also has a rich industrial heritage, with the presence of former textile mills and factories that played a significant role in the area's history.

Overall, Abbey Hey offers a peaceful residential environment within easy reach of the bustling city center, making it an appealing place to live for those seeking a balance between urban convenience and a sense of community.

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Abbey Hey Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.464681/-2.156621 or Grid Reference SJ8996. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hyde Road, Gorton 
Bus stop on the A57 outside Tesco Extra.
Hyde Road, Gorton
Bus stop on the A57 outside Tesco Extra.
Droylsden Road The A662 between Droylsden and Audenshaw.
Droylsden Road
The A662 between Droylsden and Audenshaw.
The junction of Manchester Road (A662) and Mellor Street, Droylsden A close-up of the entrance to the police station can be seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7034514">SJ9098 : Droylsden Police Station</a>.
The junction of Manchester Road (A662) and Mellor Street, Droylsden
A close-up of the entrance to the police station can be seen in SJ9098 : Droylsden Police Station.
Droylsden Police Station, Manchester Road (A662) A close-up of the entrance to the police station can be seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7034514">SJ9098 : Droylsden Police Station</a>.
Droylsden Police Station, Manchester Road (A662)
A close-up of the entrance to the police station can be seen in SJ9098 : Droylsden Police Station.
Droylsden Delivery Office 
Built in 1938 as a Post Office. Now only in use as a delivery office.
Droylsden Delivery Office
Built in 1938 as a Post Office. Now only in use as a delivery office.
Droylsden tram stop No trams were running due to work on the line. Replacement buses (mostly coaches) were running between Ashton and Piccadilly. Going to Ashton a local bus #216 or #7 would be just as quick depending which arrived first.
Droylsden tram stop
No trams were running due to work on the line. Replacement buses (mostly coaches) were running between Ashton and Piccadilly. Going to Ashton a local bus #216 or #7 would be just as quick depending which arrived first.
Marmalade and the Orangery at the Jam Factory Taylor Wimpey new homes going up on site of former Robertson's Jam factory
Marmalade and the Orangery at the Jam Factory
Taylor Wimpey new homes going up on site of former Robertson's Jam factory
Marmalade and the Orangery at the Jam Factory Taylor Wimpey new homes going up on site of former Robertson's Jam factory beside the Ashton Canal
Marmalade and the Orangery at the Jam Factory
Taylor Wimpey new homes going up on site of former Robertson's Jam factory beside the Ashton Canal
New build housing at Fairfield Beside Ashton Canal
New build housing at Fairfield
Beside Ashton Canal
Old District Bank branch? Looks like their old shield eroding above the door
Old District Bank branch?
Looks like their old shield eroding above the door
Droylsden centre
Droylsden centre
Jamaica Footbridge Over the Ashton Canal and in front of Lock No.18
Jamaica Footbridge
Over the Ashton Canal and in front of Lock No.18
Manchester Road Bridge Over the line of the defunct Hollinwood Branch of the Ashton Canal
Manchester Road Bridge
Over the line of the defunct Hollinwood Branch of the Ashton Canal
Ashton Canal west of Fairfield Junction, Droylsden
Ashton Canal west of Fairfield Junction, Droylsden
Ashton bound tram entering Droylsden Tram Stop
Ashton bound tram entering Droylsden Tram Stop
Fairfield Locks, Droylsden At one time, the locks on the Ashton Canal were so busy that a pair of locks was necessary here. Above the locks, the canal turns to the right at the former junction with the Hollinwood Branch Canal.
Fairfield Locks, Droylsden
At one time, the locks on the Ashton Canal were so busy that a pair of locks was necessary here. Above the locks, the canal turns to the right at the former junction with the Hollinwood Branch Canal.
Droylsden Library
Droylsden Library
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Abbey Hey is located at Grid Ref: SJ8996 (Lat: 53.464681, Lng: -2.156621)

Unitary Authority: Manchester

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.464681,-2.156621
Bus Stop
Abbey Hey, Jetson Street / near Sandown Street
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Abbey Hey. Jetson Street / opposite Sandown Street
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800EB34791
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Lat/Long: 53.4671454/-2.1577342
Bus Stop
Abbey Hey, Abbey Hey Lane / near Vine Street
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800EB34801
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Naptan Landmark: HOUSE 342
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Operator: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 53.4664954/-2.1598407
Bus Stop
Abbey Hey, Abbey Hey Lane / opposite Vine Street
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800EB34811
Naptan Bearing: W
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Network: TfGM
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Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 53.4662516/-2.1606683
Bus Stop
Abbey Hey, Abbey Hey Lane / opposite Lees Street
Bus: yes
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Naptan Bearing: W
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Naptan Landmark: CHURCH
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Lat/Long: 53.4660146/-2.1631227
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.4654086/-2.1633802
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.4648505/-2.1631603
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.4678466/-2.1571933
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.463592/-2.1619207
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.465264/-2.1609051
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.4647974/-2.1609674
Turning Circle
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.4679168/-2.1526248
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 53.4670439/-2.1542389
Hyde Road Junction
Railway: junction
Lat/Long: 53.4633916/-2.160722
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 53.4670194/-2.1544178
Place Of Worship
Lat/Long: 53.4666809/-2.1572178
Place Of Worship
Lat/Long: 53.465816/-2.162914
The Donkey Sanctuary
Addr City: Manchester
Addr Housename: Donkey Assisted Therapy Centre
Addr Postcode: M18 8RJ
Addr Street: Greenfold, Abbey Hey
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 53.464761/-2.1562777
Barrier: bollard
Lat/Long: 53.4622064/-2.1621663
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: dismount
Lat/Long: 53.4662168/-2.1602335
Access: no
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 53.4633921/-2.1609577
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
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Lat/Long: 53.463297/-2.1610482
Abbey Hey
Place: neighbourhood
Lat/Long: 53.4683415/-2.1591184
Bus Stop
Abbey Hey, Falmer Street / at Wright Robinson Sports College
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800EBH0511
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan Landmark: High School
Naptan Street: Falmer Street
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.4658353/-2.1520503
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