Freelance SEO consultant Manchester
Aggee Writes – How Manchester-based businesses sell more through SEO.
Content designed to promote your Manchester business and increase conversions. Without the overhead expenses of an SEO agency.

Custom SEO consultancy Manchester
On-page SEO
SEO Content Writing
Technical SEO
Local SEO
Problems I solve💡
Lack of local presence
So, you’re finding it challenging to stand out in your local market. Competing against larger rivals while building a local presence can be daunting.
From managing your Google Business profile to penning copy for your landing pages, I’ll help you tap into your local target audience in Manchester.
Ranking for the right keywords is a headache
You’re struggling to secure top positions on search engine results pages for the keywords that matter most. I understand the frustration.
Whether you want to target top of funnel keywords that grab the most traffic or bottom of funnel keywords that attract buying customers, we’ll work together to perfect your keyword strategy.
We’re struggling to convert visitors into leads and customers
Ah, it’s the age-old dilemma. Your website is failing to turn visitors into valuable leads and customers.
Traffic doesn’t matter much if it doesn’t lead to business results.
And that’s why I also work hard to push your conversions up along with your traffic.
The Process
Once you request a report, the ball is in my court.
I'll dive deep into your website and run an SEO audit to identify strengths, weaknesses, areas for improvement, and threats.
We'll go through this report in our first meeting.
Next, we'll jump on a Zoom call where I introduce myself.
I'll break down the report and gather more intel about your business goals, target audience, current SEO efforts, and challenges.
This is the part where I translate your objectives into a concrete SEO campaign plan.
Based on our consultation, I'll draft up an SEO proposal that sums up the services I'll provide, timelines, deliverables, and pricing.
Once we're both happy, we formalise the agreement, shake hands and I get to work.
This is where the work begins.
Armed with fresh insights, I'll roll up my sleeves and start working on your personalised SEO campaign.
Whether we need to fix some nasty broken links or produce more SEO content for your blog, I'll handle all the SEO optimisations.
And I'll keep you updated on the progress.
Local SEO
done right
I’ve managed SEO campaigns for many businesses, from award-winning manufacturers to leading care agencies.
Straightforward reporting
I deliver weekly progress reports straight to your inbox. They're written in plain English, and each one takes 3 minutes to read.
Conversion tracking
I track and report on conversions, so you can see how your traffic and keyword rankings translate to business results.
On-going improvement
Like a gardener tending to a prized bonsai, I keep a close eye on your website's growth, tweaking the strategy for maximum impact.
FAQs
anything
1. How much can I expect to pay for good SEO in Manchester?
The short answer is it depends.
SEO pricing in Manchester varies depending on your goals, your competition, and how much ground you want to cover — but most small businesses here spend between £500 and £1,500 a month on SEO.
If you’re a local business — say a café in the Northern Quarter, a tradesperson in Chorlton, or an independent retailer in Ancoats — you can usually see solid progress on the lower end. Consistent local SEO, strong content, and a few good local backlinks go a long way in this city.
But if you’re in a more competitive space — like legal, finance, or e-commerce — expect to invest more. You’re up against bigger brands and national players, so your content and link strategy need to hit harder and go deeper.
You’ll also find freelancers and smaller agencies in Manchester offering short-term work — audits, technical fixes, or local optimisation — typically starting around £300–£600.
The thing about SEO is, it pays off over time. The longer you stay consistent, the stronger your visibility gets — and the harder it is for anyone else to catch up.
My approach is simple — I don’t hand out prices before I understand your goals. I start with a detailed audit, get a full picture of what’s holding your site back, and then build a proposal with timelines and pricing that actually make sense. You only pay for what moves the needle — no fluff, no wasted hours.
Get in touch to request an audit.
2. How do I build backlinks for my Manchester business?
Building links for a Manchester business isn’t about flashy PR or chasing big national sites.
It’s about showing Google you’re rooted here — that people in this city know you, talk about you, and trust you.
This is what that actually looks like:
- Get involved in the community – sponsor something that matters — a local football team, a charity event, or a stall at the Manchester Food and Drink Festival. It builds your name, earns trust, and usually gets you a link that actually counts.
- List your business where locals actually look – add yourself to Visit Manchester, I Love MCR, and Manchester Business Directory. They’re not flashy, but Google trusts them — and that trust rubs off on you.
- Give local media something worth sharing – if you’ve done something interesting, useful, or community-driven, pitch it to Manchester Evening News or About Manchester. Local press links carry serious weight.
- Team up with other Manchester businesses – a barber and a clothing brand. A café and a bakery. You feature each other, you link to each other. Both win.
- Don’t overlook the universities – University of Manchester and Manchester Met often link to local partners, student offers, or guest speakers. Even one of those links can make a difference.
Local link building in Manchester isn’t about gaming Google — it’s about showing up, getting involved, and becoming part of the city. The more people here see you, the more Google does too.
And if you’d rather have someone who already knows Manchester’s landscape handle it — that’s exactly what I do.
3. What's the difference between SEO and PPC?
Google Ads give you results fast. You set a budget, write an ad, and your site shows up right at the top. But once you stop paying, it’s gone — along with your traffic.
SEO takes longer, but it builds something real. You’re creating authority and earning your spot on Google instead of renting it. Once you rank, the leads keep coming in — without paying for every click.
For most Manchester businesses, it’s about balance. If you want instant leads — say you’ve just opened or you’ve got a short-term campaign — Google Ads can get the phone ringing. But if you want consistent, long-term visibility, SEO’s the smarter move.
The best results usually come from doing both — using Ads for quick wins while SEO builds momentum behind the scenes. Over time, SEO takes over, and you spend less on ads to keep getting the same leads.

Why SEO matters for your Manchester business
Manchester’s full of businesses worth shouting about.
SEO’s how you make sure people actually hear about your one.
People don’t walk down Deansgate looking for a sparky anymore. They Google electrician manchester. They don’t ask a mate where to get a curry in Ancoats — they type it in.
And if your business doesn’t show up, it might as well not exist.
SEO is how you make sure people in Manchester find you when they actually need what you do.
See how I approach SEO
for Manchester businesses
Pssst. Want to see how I actually do SEO?
Here’s your backstage pass.
This guide takes you behind the scenes of how I plan, research, and build SEO campaigns that actually work for Manchester businesses.
It’s the same process I use with my clients — clear, practical, and built for results.
If you’ve ever wondered what smart local SEO really looks like (and how it could work for your business), this is where you’ll find out.
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