Two streets, 51 vape shops
Two Manchester streets, Harris Street and Overbridge Road, are now dominated by vape shops, totaling 51, following the decline of counterfeit clothing trade.Summary
An unusual concentration of vape shops has emerged on Harris Street and Overbridge Road in Manchester, with a combined total of 51 stores. Thirty shops are located on Harris Street, occupying every premise, while 21 are on Overbridge Road, primarily within an industrial estate in Salford. This phenomenon has intensified in recent years after authorities cracked down on the area’s previously booming counterfeit clothing trade. The shift began around 2018, with vape warehouses and shops gradually replacing other retailers. Recent raids have uncovered counterfeit and non-compliant vapes, raising health and safety concerns, as studies suggest vaping can cause arterial damage similar to smoking. While trading standards are aware of the situation, there are currently no major concerns, though previous raids have seized thousands of illegal vaping products.
(Source：Manchester Evening News)
