Cricket in Clayton, Greater Manchester
Clayton, in East Manchester, has a proud history and cricket is a big part of community life.
The local Clayton Cricket Club has been running for years, offering great cricket and a welcoming atmosphere for friends and families.
Being close to the city centre, many locals also:
- Support Lancashire County Cricket Club at Old Trafford
- Play in local leagues across Greater Manchester
Housing Disrepair Issues in Clayton
While cricket brings people together, many tenants in Clayton are struggling at home with problems such as:
- Mould can make asthma and breathing issues worse
- Leaking roofs often caused by missing tiles or damaged gutters in older council and housing association homes
- Structural damage cracked walls, sagging ceilings, or unsafe floors
- Condensation common in older bungalows and flats without proper ventilation
One tenant even said they felt embarrassed having their cricket mates round after matches because of the damp smell and mould patches in their hallway.
⚖️ Landlord Responsibility
Your landlord must legally keep your home safe and fit to live in.
This applies whether you rent from:
- The council
- A housing association
- A private landlord
If they ignore your repair requests, you can:
Start a housing disrepair claim
Get help from no win, no fee solicitors (no upfront costs)
Sue the council for housing disrepair if they fail to act
Claiming Compensation
If disrepair has caused:
- Health problems
- Stress
- Damage to your belongings
- you may be entitled to compensation.
A housing disrepair compensation calculator can give a rough estimate, but we can guide you through the process and help you claim what you deserve.
Supporting Cricket Players & Residents in Clayton
Whether you play for Clayton Cricket Club, watch Lancashire at Old Trafford, or just enjoy a match in the sun, you should feel safe and comfortable at home.
No one should live with damp, mould, leaks, or structural problems.
📞 Contact Disrepair Support
If you live in Clayton and have housing disrepair issues, get in touch today:
📞 Call us: 0161 710 3295
📧 Email: [email protected]
We’ll help get your home repaired and fight for the compensation you deserve.