Development #8 – Cotton Field Wharf
About Cotton Field Wharf
This is one of the Manchester Life developments focused around the neighbourhood of New Islington in Ancoats. The area has become a popular and established city centre neighbourhood, setting new standards in sustainable urban regeneration in east Manchester, and delivering significant high-quality homes to meet the growing demand for city living driven by the economic success of the city. New education, health, leisure and retail facilities have also been provided. Cotton Field Wharf comprises 302 apartments and 5,175 sq. Ft. of commercial space.
| Construction Jobs | 384 |
|---|---|
| Apprenticeships | Contractors, employed by Manchester Life across phase 1 developments, have offered 41 work placements for those aged 16+. In addition, 24 graduates have received meaningful work experience. Contractors used 175 apprentices in the construction of Manchester Life phase 1 developments, providing local people with employment opportunities and skills |
| Number of jobs created | 89 |
| Council tax revenue | £4.5million over ten years |
| Business rates revenue | £379,000 |
| Household spend | £7.9million per annum |
| Gross Value Added | £34.7million |
Social value:
- Manchester Life have incorporated the work of local artists in their developments, including photographers, illustrators, sculptors, outdoor artists and cabinet makers to create wall and roof murals, which have helped to establish an attractive and creative neighbourhood. Artwork has also been provided in communal spaces inside residential developments.
- Manchester Life have played a significant role in creating a strong sense of community, working with local developers, businesses, residents and the police to collaborate on community safety and place-making.
- MMU graduate Rhiannon Wood’s illustrations feature throughout Cotton Field Wharf, Sawmill Court and Smith’s Yard.