As of November 2026 in the Manchester area (postal area code M) we track a total of 668 sites, made up of 561 independent sites and 107 franchised sites. Of the 561 independent sites listed, 423 are SMR (service, maintenance and repair) sites and 125 are used car sites and 13 are combined sites.
Ford has the most franchise contracts of any brand in this area. Within the Manchester area there are a total of 70 brands represented by franchised sites. 72 franchised contracts are owned by 6 groups of which Stellantis & You is the largest.
Autosites is a powerful ally in any network planning analysis. It is also essential for undertaking competitor intelligence studies, comparing the landscape of franchised dealers against independent garages and their specific activities. Where they exist, social media accounts are included, enabling opportunities to gain insight for research and the competitive context of an area. This is particularly useful for marketing and relationship building.
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| Town | Independents |
|---|---|
| Manchester | 501 |
| Salford | 30 |
| Sale | 12 |
| Trafford Park | 4 |
| Radcliffe | 4 |
| Failsworth | 4 |
| Whitefield | 1 |
| Prestwich | 1 |
| Middleton | 1 |
| + 4 more towns | 3 |