Pinnacle secures first major housing management contract in Manchester

Pinnacle Group has been appointed to manage a landmark development in Manchester on behalf of Manchester City Council.

Pinnacle, a provider of housing and community-facing neighbourhood services across the UK, has been selected as the housing management partner for No. 1 Ancoats Green, the flagship development from Manchester City Council’s housing company, This City. This marks a milestone for Pinnacle, representing its first major housing management contract in Manchester.

Located in the heart of Ancoats, No.1 Ancoats Green comprises of 129 low-carbon homes, including 119 apartments and 10 townhouses, designed to meet the city’s growing demand for high-quality, affordable housing.  Thirty per cent of the homes are being let at the Manchester Living Rent, ensuring accessibility for residents across the city.

Under the terms of the contract, Pinnacle will provide full housing management services including lettings, tenancy management, resident engagement and maintenance. To ensure residents receive responsive, high-quality support, Pinnacle has a dedicated on-site property manager, offering a visible and accessible presence within the development.

Residents will begin moving in this summer, with access to high-spec homes, green spaces and the newly launched Ancoats Mobility Hub.

Claire Kober, Managing Director, Homes, for Pinnacle Group said: “This is a pivotal moment for Pinnacle as we bring housing services to Manchester for the first time. We’re excited to support the council’s vision for inclusive, sustainable communities through professional, resident-focused management. No. 1 Ancoats Green is a thoughtful response to the city’s housing needs and we’re proud to play a role in ensuring these homes are expertly managed for long-term success.” 

Leader of Manchester City Council, Cllr Bev Craig, commented: “No. 1 Ancoats Green is the product of a vision we have had since the inception of This City, to use our own land to build the homes we know our residents want and need, to a high specification, and on our own terms. For many years it has been incredibly challenging for councils to build homes to meet demand, but through This City we are proving that it is possible – while also delivering genuinely affordable housing for our residents.”