Northmoor Community Association celebrates 25 years of community impact
Residents, partners and community leaders came together in Northmoor this week to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Northmoor Community Association (NCA) – a milestone that recognises a quarter of a century of resident-led action, partnership working and positive change in the heart of Longsight.
The celebration was attended by members of the local community who gathered at Northmoor Community Centre to mark the occasion and reflect on the area's remarkable transformation over the past two decades.
Founded by local residents, driven by a belief in the power of community and supported by Great Places, Northmoor Community Association has spent 25 years supporting local people, creating opportunities and helping to make Northmoor a welcoming, inclusive and thriving neighbourhood. Through activities, volunteering opportunities, advice services and community programmes, the association has become a trusted and valued organisation at the heart of local life.
Speaking at the event, David Callicott, Chair of Northmoor Community Association, said: "For 25 years, Northmoor Community Association has been rooted in the belief that local people are the experts in their own community. Alongside support from Great Places, everything we've achieved has been through residents, volunteers, staff and partners working together to make Northmoor a better place to live. We're incredibly proud of what we've accomplished and excited about what comes next for our community."
The anniversary also highlighted the long-standing partnership between the NCA and Great Places, which has worked alongside residents and partners to help regenerate Northmoor and support the creation of opportunities for local people.
Once considered a neighbourhood facing significant challenges, Northmoor has been transformed through sustained investment, community leadership and partnership working. Great Places has invested heavily in housing, public spaces and community facilities across the area, helping to create a diverse and resilient community that continues to thrive today.
Alison Dean, Chief Executive of Great Places Housing Group attended the event and said: "Northmoor is a powerful example of what can be achieved when communities, housing providers and local partners share a common vision and work together over the long-term.
"As we celebrate 25 years of Northmoor Community Association, we're also celebrating the people whose passion, determination and pride have helped shape this neighbourhood. Great Places is proud to have stood alongside the NCA throughout that journey and we remain committed to investing in Northmoor, supporting local organisations and creating opportunities that enable residents and communities to flourish."
The event formed part of ongoing celebrations recognising the NCA's contribution to Northmoor and its continuing role in supporting local people, improving wellbeing and creating opportunities for future generations.
About Northmoor Community Association
Northmoor Community Association (NCA) is a resident-led organisation based in Longsight, Manchester, that has been supporting local people and strengthening communities for 25 years.
The organisation provides a wide range of activities, services and support programmes designed to improve wellbeing, build confidence and create opportunities for local residents. Working in partnership with local organisations and public sector partners, the NCA helps deliver community-led solutions that tackle inequalities, strengthen neighbourhoods and improve quality of life.
In 2021, the organisation expanded its offer through the opening of the Northmoor Hub, which provides information, advice and guidance services, learning opportunities and community resources for local residents.
About Great Places
Social purpose is at the heart of Great Places Housing Group. A not-for-profit organisation, Great Places owns over 28,000 affordable homes in more than 30 local authority areas across the North West and South Yorkshire. In 2025/26, it delivered 1,280 new affordable homes with an investment of £308 million, sold 377 homes through shared ownership, and now has more than 2,300 homes currently under development www.greatplaces.org.uk
Great Places in Northmoor
Great Places has been working in Northmoor for more than two decades and has played a leading role in the area's regeneration since 1997. Working in partnership with Manchester City Council, Northmoor Community Association and other organisations, Great Places has helped transform Northmoor into a vibrant and diverse community.
Investment has included housing improvements, public realm enhancements, community facilities and the delivery of new affordable homes. Today, Great Places continues to support Northmoor as one of its Anchor Neighbourhoods, with ongoing investment in housing, community projects and local partnerships. Recent investment includes 130 affordable homes at Belle Vue Place and the delivery of 60 new homes at Mount Road.