Moving to Edgeley, Stockport

[sw12londoner]

Hello, We are looking to move to Edgeley, Stockport soon after living in central Manchester for a few months. We like the idea of being close to the train station for commuting in and out of Manchester. However, speaking to some Mancunian friends they have told us the area can be unsafe for a family, so now we're panicking. We're looking at a house on Aberdeen Crescent but friends have said this is the wrong side of Edgeley. Does anyone know what this actually means? Any insights or experiences in this area would be so helpful.

I don't have any personal knowledge, but this may be of some help until someone local comes along. Please be aware that the data isn't up to date because of IT issues at Greater Manchester Police.
www.streetcheck.co.uk/crime/sk39ep

Also, an old thread on here suggests that the Hollywood Park area isn't the best; sorry.
www.mumsnet.com/talk/property/3210028-What-s-Edgeley-Stockport-like

We moved to Edgeley from Ancoats. The crime in Ancoats was getting out of control and we also wanted a more family friendly, less transient community.
I cannot rate Edgeley enough. First and foremost there is a real community spirit which we never had in Ancoats.
some of the youth can be unruly but as house prices increase those types will hopefully be pushed out of the area.

We moved to the West part of Edgeley. When researching we kept reading that the Reservoir area was better - this is complete nonsense. Maybe it was years ago but not now for sure. Lots of FTB moving to the area which is always refreshing. I suspect when the new development is completed Edgeley is only going to become more desirable. Castle street needs tackling though, with the gentrification that’s happening right now, this street needs to adapt to offer more ‘nicer’ options. Move here now why it’s still affordable, otherwise you’ll find yourself prices out given it’s an up and coming hotspot.