As an area that has been dubbed Greater Manchester's 'next big thing', Stretford is proving to be a popular place for people to move to.
Just a stone's throw away from the city centre, the historic Trafford market town has plenty to offer and it is easy to see why it is becoming a hotspot for families and couples looking to settle down.
Recent investment in the area has seen a variety of new and attractive facilities appear including Stretford Mall and Stretford Foodhall, which continue to be ever so popular with locals.
Coupled with its great transport links and local amenities, here are six surprising perks to living in the Greater Manchester suburb.
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