The Opal Property Group Limited is primarily a specialist developer and operator of student accommodation.  It is the UK’s largest private provider of student accommodation and the company currently has 17,000 student beds.  Their website for the Wilmslow Park Student Residence claims that it is, "Manchester’s Premier Student Accommodation,"  offering, "Superbly appointed accommodation located close to both the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University, with frequent links to Manchester city centre.  On site facilities include swimming pool and gym, TV and games room with full Sky package, internet cafe and laundrette, as well as 24/7 on site staff presence."