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Renaker, Key Statistics 2026

IN THIS GUIDE

1. Who Is Renaker and Why Does Manchester Trust Them?
2. Renaker Manchester Developments: The Portfolio in Numbers 2026
3. Completed Renaker Developments: The Proven Track Record
4. Renaker Manchester Developments: New Jackson Masterplan in Detail
5. Colliers Yard and Trinity Island: The Other Renaker Clusters
6. Current and Pipeline Renaker Developments: What Is Coming Next
7. Renaker Manchester Developments: The Investment Case for Buyers
8. Buying Process, Buying Checklist and Key Due Diligence
9. Frequently Asked Questions
10. The 2026 Verdict

1.  Who Is Renaker and Why Does Manchester Trust Them?

Renaker Manchester developments represent the most ambitious and consistently executed residential building programme of any developer in the UK’s regional cities. Founded in 2006 by Daren Whitaker and headquartered on Bengal Street in Ancoats, the company has transformed Manchester’s skyline from the ground up, delivering over 8,500 homes across the city and neighbouring Salford by September 2025, with a further 2,400 homes in its approved pipeline for 2026 and beyond.

What separates Renaker from the broader field of Manchester developers is the scale of ambition combined with a consistent record of delivery. Where other developers plan and then delay or cancel, Renaker builds. Deansgate Square was delivered. Crown Street was delivered. Bankside at Colliers Yard completed in 2025. Three60 is available for occupation. The Blade is under active sales. This delivery record matters enormously to buyers, because it converts the aspiration of living in an iconic Manchester building into a concrete, bankable reality.

The company’s design partner of choice is SimpsonHaugh, the Manchester-based architectural practice led by Rachel Haugh and Ian Simpson, responsible for many of the city’s most celebrated towers. Their collaboration has produced buildings that are not merely tall but architecturally distinguished, each with a unique identity that contributes to what Renaker calls a ‘rich tapestry’ of urban design at the New Jackson district.

“Established in 2006, Renaker is now firmly recognised as Manchester’s leading developer with a proven track record of delivering sustainable, high-quality developments at pace. We have successfully delivered over 8,500 new homes to date.”

— Renaker, Official Website, 2026

2.  Renaker Manchester Developments: The Portfolio in Numbers 2026

The breadth of Renaker’s Manchester portfolio is best understood through the data. The table below covers every significant scheme, complete or in progress, as of May 2026.

Complete Renaker Manchester Development Portfolio, May 2026

The scale of this portfolio is without precedent among Manchester’s private developers. Across all schemes, Renaker has planned, consented, or delivered more than 8,500 homes, with a further 2,400 approved in the latest pipeline schemes at New Jackson. The 114 million affordable housing contribution agreed with Manchester City Council for the two newest New Jackson schemes (Contour and The Green) underlines the developer’s constructive relationship with the local authority and the scale of public benefit embedded in its programme.

3.  Completed Renaker Developments: The Proven Track Record

The strongest argument for buying into a future Renaker Manchester development is the quality of what has already been built. Each completed scheme provides a live reference point for the level of specification, amenity, and neighbourhood activation that buyers can expect from current and future projects.

Deansgate Square, New Jackson’s Founding Statement

Deansgate Square remains Renaker’s most celebrated completed scheme and the architectural statement that put New Jackson on the global map. Four towers rising to 201 metres at their peak, delivering 1,508 apartments across a range of one, two, and three bedroom configurations. The development introduced a standard of amenity provision previously unknown in Manchester’s residential market: The Club at Deansgate Square offers a fully equipped gym, spa treatment rooms, residents’ lounge, private dining, and co-working spaces. The podium level delivers independent food and beverage operators, creating a genuinely activated ground-floor neighbourhood. Deansgate Square set the template that every subsequent Renaker development has built upon.

Crown Street, Victoria Residence and Elizabeth Tower

The first phase of Crown Street delivered 414 homes across two distinctive buildings. Victoria Residence offers elegant apartments and townhouses in a high-quality setting, while Elizabeth Tower adds a more stately architectural tone. Both buildings benefit from their location at the southern gateway to the city centre, with immediate access to Castlefield Conservation Area, Deansgate’s restaurant and bar strip, and the Deansgate-Castlefield Metrolink station. Crown Street established the neighbourhood context into which Three60 and The Blade would subsequently arrive.

Bankside at Colliers Yard, Greengate’s Premier Address

Completed in 2025, Bankside is a 129-metre, 40-storey tower at the heart of the Colliers Yard neighbourhood in Greengate, Salford, delivering 444 homes. The scheme represents the centrepiece of Renaker’s second major cluster, positioned at the boundary of Manchester and Salford with views across the River Irwell and into the city centre. Touted as the final tower in the Greengate cluster, Bankside has been followed by the smaller Waterhouse Gardens scheme, which offers boutique duplex apartments with private terraces.

Castle Wharf and Wilburn Basin, The Historic Quarter Developments

Both developments speak to Renaker’s range beyond the ultra-high-rise segment. Castle Wharf is a boutique waterside scheme in the heart of the Castlefield Conservation Area, where the company has delivered high-specification apartments in one of Manchester’s most historic settings. Wilburn Basin, positioned where Manchester meets Salford, comprises four towers with city views, 24-hour concierge, gym, cinema, and residents’ lounge, set around landscaped gardens on the River Irwell. Both schemes demonstrate Renaker’s ability to deliver quality at a more accessible scale.

4.  Renaker Manchester Developments: The New Jackson Masterplan in Detail

New Jackson is the centrepiece of Renaker’s long-term vision for Manchester. Positioned at the southern end of Deansgate, it is described by the developer as a 15-year masterplan to create a world-class skyscraper district and sustainable urban neighbourhood. As of 2026, the project is approximately six years into that vision, with Deansgate Square, Crown Street Phase 1, Three60, and The Blade either complete or actively selling.

Three60, Manchester’s First Cylindrical Skyscraper

Three60 is the most architecturally distinctive building in Renaker’s portfolio and, arguably, the most significant residential tower in Manchester’s history. Standing at 154 metres across 51 storeys on Crown Street, it is Manchester’s first and only cylindrical skyscraper, designed by SimpsonHaugh. The building’s circular form means every apartment achieves a full panoramic city view, with floor-to-ceiling glazing throughout. The three levels of private amenity include a state-of-the-art gymnasium, spin studio, yoga studio, treatment rooms, residents’ lounge, private dining suites, co-working space, and an external rooftop terrace. Rental yields of 6%+ are quoted by the developer, with Savills projecting 27.6% five-year price growth for the area as of November 2025.

The Blade, Precision Design at the Skyline’s Edge

The Blade stands alongside Three60 at the Crown Street cluster, rising to 154 metres across 51 storeys with a distinctive tapering profile that narrows to a sharp reflective edge, inspired by the aerodynamics of a blade. Designed by Rachel Haugh and Ian Simpson of SimpsonHaugh, the tower uses highly reflective curved elevations in bright white, contrasting with darker gables to accentuate its slender form. Duplex penthouses at the upper levels feature floor-to-ceiling glazing, open staircases, and dual-aspect views across Manchester and the wider North West. The Blade is a 5-minute walk from Deansgate-Castlefield Metrolink station and 4 minutes from First Street.

Contour, Twin Towers in Blue and Green

Contour is the next phase of the New Jackson masterplan, comprising two matching towers at 154 metres, one clad in green and one in blue. Designed by SimpsonHaugh, the towers feature sculpted edges and rise to 505 feet above New Jackson. The eastern tower topped out in September 2025, with both towers progressing through completion. Contour adds a further significant volume of apartments to the New Jackson neighbourhood and continues Renaker’s approach of delivering each building with a unique architectural identity while maintaining the coherence of the overall district.

The Green, Four Towers and 1,746 New Homes

The Green represents the boldest phase of the New Jackson masterplan yet approved. Four towers, two at 154 metres and two at 141 metres, sit atop a single-storey podium on a 1.09 hectare site, with a 70-storey Plot D known as The Green also approved on an adjacent 0.47 hectare site. Combined, the schemes will deliver 1,746 homes across a mix of one, two, and three bedroom apartments, with 483 car parking spaces, 1,746 cycle spaces, and a combined affordable housing contribution of 114 million to Manchester City Council. Development must commence within three years of planning permission being granted.

5.  Colliers Yard and Trinity Island: The Other Renaker Clusters

While New Jackson dominates the narrative around Renaker Manchester developments, the company is simultaneously building two further major neighbourhood clusters that offer different location characteristics, price points, and investor profiles.

Colliers Yard, Greengate, Manchester and Salford Borderlands

The Colliers Yard cluster in Greengate sits at the northern edge of Manchester city centre, straddling the boundary with Salford. Bankside, completed in 2025, anchors this cluster at 129 metres. Waterhouse Gardens offers boutique duplex apartments with private terraces for buyers seeking a more intimate scale of development. The neighbourhood delivers direct access to the Cathedral Gardens, the Corn Exchange, Manchester’s Northern Quarter, and Victoria station, making it one of the most connected locations in the entire city. Residents benefit from the Waterhouse Club amenity offering within the complex.

Trinity Island, Salford Quays

Trinity Island is Renaker’s western cluster, positioned on the Salford side of the River Irwell adjacent to the New Bailey development. Vista River Gardens delivers 518 homes here, representing the developer’s entry point into the MediaCityUK catchment market. The scheme offers direct riverfront living with views back towards the Manchester city centre skyline, combined with proximity to the BBC, ITV, and the wider Salford Quays employment base. Trinity Heights, a 60-storey tower developed by Starlight for which Renaker served as contractor, topped out in January 2026, adding further momentum to the neighbourhood.

6.  Current and Pipeline Renaker Developments: What Is Coming Next

For buyers considering a Renaker purchase in 2026, understanding the pipeline is as important as understanding the current availability. The masterplan is 15 years in total scope, with 6 years now completed. The next decade will see New Jackson grow from a cluster of towers into a fully realised city district, with retail, education, healthcare, and green space following the residential population.

7.  Renaker Manchester Developments: The Investment Case for Buyers

Renaker’s portfolio occupies a specific and well-defined niche in the Manchester investment market: premium new build at scale, in purpose-built neighbourhoods, with institutional-quality amenity provision. Understanding where this niche sits in the broader investment landscape is essential for any buyer evaluating a purchase.

The Capital Growth Case

Savills projected 27.6% five-year price growth for the New Jackson area in November 2025. This is the single most compelling capital appreciation figure associated with any Manchester postcode and reflects both the area’s current momentum and the long-term supply constraint created by Renaker’s land holding. The developer controls the majority of land in the New Jackson district, meaning it controls the pace of supply. Unlike city-centre postcodes flooded with competing schemes from multiple developers, New Jackson’s supply is managed by a single operator with a strong interest in preserving values.

The Rental Yield Case

Rental yields of 6%+ are quoted on Three60 and The Blade by Renaker’s own investment team. Independent letting agents in the M15 postcode confirm that quality Renaker apartments achieve 1,300 to 1,700 per month for one and two-bedroom units, delivering gross yields of 6% to 7.5% on current pricing. After service charges (typically 2,500 to 4,000 per year for Renaker’s amenity-heavy buildings) and management fees, net yields of 4.5% to 5.5% are realistic.

The Prestige Premium

There is a less quantifiable but very real premium associated with Renaker’s brand in the Manchester lettings market. A professionally managed Renaker apartment commands higher rents than a comparable unit in a lesser building, attracts professional tenants with stronger covenant strength, and generates fewer void periods. The 24-hour concierge, gym, spa, and co-working spaces are not cosmetic additions; they are tangible rent drivers for the professional tenant demographic that dominates the city-centre market.

8.  Buying Process, Checklist and Key Due Diligence

Buying a Renaker apartment follows the standard new build process but with some nuances specific to high-rise luxury developments. Here is the process and the key checks every buyer must complete.

9.  Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Renaker Manchester developments to invest in for 2026?

Three60 and The Blade at New Jackson are currently the strongest investment propositions among Renaker Manchester developments, combining completed stock, strong rental yields of 6%+ gross, and Savills-projected 27.6% five-year capital growth for the area. For buyers seeking a lower entry price point with similar location benefits, Vista River Gardens at Trinity Island in Salford offers compelling value with direct access to the MediaCityUK employment cluster.

How many homes has Renaker delivered in Manchester?

Renaker has delivered over 8,500 homes across Manchester and Salford since its founding in 2006 by Daren Whitaker. The company is headquartered in Ancoats, Manchester, and has a current annual revenue of 229 million (2023). Its delivered portfolio spans Deansgate Square (1,508 homes), Crown Street (414), Three60 (441), Bankside at Colliers Yard (444), Vista River Gardens (518), Wilburn Basin, Castle Wharf, Royal Mills, and multiple further schemes.

What is the New Jackson masterplan and how long will it take?

New Jackson is Renaker’s 15-year vision to create a world-class skyscraper district and sustainable urban neighbourhood at the southern end of Deansgate in Manchester city centre. As of 2026, the project is approximately six years into that plan. Completed buildings include Deansgate Square, Crown Street Phase 1, Three60, and The Blade. Currently under construction is Contour (two towers). The Green (four towers plus a 70-storey standalone tower) has been approved, subject to the agreed section 106 affordable housing contribution of 114 million to Manchester City Council.

Can overseas buyers purchase Renaker developments in Manchester?

Yes. There are no restrictions on overseas nationals purchasing UK property, including Renaker developments. Non-UK-resident buy to let investors pay a 3% SDLT overseas buyer surcharge on top of standard SDLT rates, plus the 5% BTL surcharge where applicable. Renaker’s sales team has extensive experience working with international buyers, and Pin92 provides end-to-end acquisition support for Pakistani and Gulf diaspora investors including mortgage sourcing, legal coordination, and post-completion lettings management.

What rental yield can I expect from a Renaker apartment in Manchester?

Renaker quotes 6%+ gross rental yields on current developments at New Jackson. Independent market data for the M15 postcode confirms one-bedroom apartments in quality buildings achieving 1,300 to 1,500 per month and two-bedroom units achieving 1,600 to 2,000 per month. After service charges (2,500 to 4,500 per year on Renaker’s amenity-heavy buildings) and management fees of 10% to 15%, net yields of 4.5% to 5.5% are realistically achievable.

10.  The 2026 Verdict: Should You Buy a Renaker Development in Manchester?

No developer in any of the UK’s regional cities has done more to elevate the standard of city-centre residential living than Renaker. Their buildings are not merely places to sleep; they are urban neighbourhoods in their own right, with amenities, public realm, retail, and community activation built into every scheme from the ground up. The 8,500 homes delivered since 2006, the SimpsonHaugh design partnerships, the Savills-backed 27.6% five-year price projection, and the 15-year New Jackson masterplan combine to create an investment thesis that is among the most coherently argued in UK residential property.

The question is not whether Renaker builds well. They demonstrably do. The question is whether the developer premium embedded in their pricing is justified by the yield and growth profile of each specific apartment. For prestige penthouses and trophy assets, the answer is nearly always yes. For standard one-bedroom investor units in buildings with heavy amenity loads and high service charges, the net yield calculation requires careful modelling before purchase.

For Pin92 clients across Pakistan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, Renaker Manchester developments represent the gold standard of new build investment in the North West of England: a developer with a twenty-year track record, an architect with global recognition, a masterplan with genuine long-term demand, and a brand that is recognised and respected by Manchester’s professional tenant community. Buy carefully, model the costs accurately, and Renaker will reward the patient, informed investor as it has rewarded thousands before you.