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Hawkshaw Court is an over 55s scheme located in the popular Ordsall area of Salford, and only a short distance from Manchester town centre.

ADDRESS

Hawkshaw Court, Howard Street, Salford, M5 4SD

Map of Hawkshaw Court

Situated in a quiet residential area, Hawkshaw Court is a cul-de-sac of cottage flats and bungalows. A range of facilities, services and events are offered on scheme whilst being close to all local attractions.

The scheme provides an independent living service, offering those over 55 an independent tenancy alongside extra housing support.

Accommodation for residents

  • 32, one-bedroom flats (16 ground floor, 16 first floor, accessible by private staircase)
  • 7, one and two bedroom bungalows
  • A central communal building offering communal lounge and kitchen, laundry and a guest room (low-cost nightly rental charge).

Accommodation facilities

  • Private bathroom with level access shower, toilet, and basin
  • Kitchenette with single oven, electric two ring hob, fridge freezer and microwave
  • TV communal aerial point
  • Small dogs and cats are allowed on application, subject to the scheme’s policies

Scheme facilities

  • Housing staff available on weekdays
  • 24-hour emergency and repair call line
  • 24 -hour warden call service line
  • Resident lounge with games and entertainment
  • Laundry
  • Wi-Fi in communal building
  • Gardens with, planting beds and lawns
  • Communal kitchen and lounge areas

Getting around

We know many of our residents like to get out and about. Situated half a mile from junction 3 of the M602, Hawkshaw Court has great transport links for residents and visitors.

  • 17 free Resident parking spaces
  • Bus: nearest bus stops (100 yards) 0.2 miles (5 min) services to Salford and Manchester
  • Metrolink trams : nearest stop (0.5 miles) services to Salford and Manchester
  • Train: nearest train station Salford Crescent (0.8 miles)
  • Local attractions:
    • The Lowry – shopping, restaurants, entertainment and theatre (0.9 miles)
    • Ordsall Park (0.7 mile)
    • The Trafford Centre (3.7 miles)
    • Eccles Rugby Football Club (3.8 miles)
    • Manchester Town Centre (2 miles)
    • Local shops, Post Office (0.1 miles)
    • GP (0.5 miles)

Social activities

If you wish to get involved in community life on scheme, we can also offer:

  • Intergenerational School Project
  • Health Improvement Team visits, advice and classes
  • Option to use lounges for activities, parties and celebrations
  • Support from Community Investment Team to fund new ideas
  • Courses and classes such as food hygiene and technology

Applications

All applications are made through Salford’s choice based letting system, Homesearch. Visit their website:

For any housing application queries contact us on 0300 123 1966. Our Contact Centre can pass your details to our Scheme Co-Ordinators for a call-back.