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Whalley Range, Lancashire

Whalley Range is a suburban area in the south-west of Manchester, Lancashire. One of Manchester's first suburbs, it was built from 1836 by Manchester banker and businessman Samuel Brooks. The area is characterised by large detached and semi-detached Victorian houses. It is within the council area of Manchester.

Place Type: Urban locality
Historic County: Lancashire
Lat, Long: 53.452093,-2.261667
Grid Reference: SJ 8272 9506
Council Area: Manchester CA
Strategic Authority Area: Greater Manchester SA
Police Area: Greater Manchester PA

GBPN ID: 49234
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Whalley_Range,_Lancashire_49234

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