Ten years of Gecko Homes and a Manchester story to be proud of
Gecko Homes celebrates its 10th birthday on 7 October 2026, marking a decade of helping people find a place to call their own across Manchester and beyond.
It’s a milestone that belongs to everyone who’s been part of our story. Our homeowners, our partners, our colleagues past and present, and everyone at Southway Housing Trust.
And where better to celebrate than the place we’re proud to call home?
Manchester is at the heart of our story
Manchester has plenty to shout about. The music. The football. The people. And, of course, some very strong opinions on all three.
For us, what makes this place special is the feeling of belonging. Knowing your neighbours, finding your favourite local spot and having somewhere to say, “Come round, I’ll put the kettle on.”
Over the past ten years, we’ve helped people put down roots in communities across the area, from Gorton and Chorlton to Urmston, Eccles, Monton, Altrincham and Didsbury.
Developments including Park View, Oakmoor, Oxfield Meadows, The Foundry, Unicorn Quarter, Emerald Way, Halcyon and Two Didsbury Point have all been part of that journey. Each has its own character, but it’s the people living there who turn the homes into something special.
Behind every set of keys is a story
A tenth birthday gives us a chance to look back at what those homes have meant to the people who’ve moved into them.
For some, it’s been the excitement of buying their first home through Shared Ownership. For others, a fresh start, room to grow or the chance to settle in an area they love.
The moment the keys change hands is just the beginning. What follows is moving boxes, choosing paint colours, meeting neighbours and making memories.
Those everyday moments are what we’re celebrating.
Thank you for being part of it
To our homeowners, thank you for choosing Gecko Homes and trusting us to be part of such an important chapter in your lives.
To our key partners, thank you for your expertise, support and commitment to helping bring these homes and communities to life.
To our colleagues past and present, thank you for the care and energy you’ve brought to Gecko over the years. Your contribution has helped shape who we are today.
And to everyone at Southway Housing Trust, thank you for being part of a journey we can all be proud of. From those working directly with customers to the teams supporting behind the scenes, this anniversary is yours to celebrate too.
Ten years and dead proud
To mark the occasion, we’ve created a short anniversary film celebrating our Manchester roots, our homes and the people who call them their own.
It’s a little love letter to a place that’s given us so much, and a thank you to everyone who’s helped us along the way.
We’re proud of the past ten years and excited about the next chapter.
Gecko Homes. Ten years. Dead proud.
