WordPress migration in Middleton (M24)
Middleton and North Manchester businesses move to Next.js for faster load times, better security and stronger local rankings. We handle redirects, forms and GA4 so you do not lose leads.
Zero-downtime migrations · Redirect maps · GA4 & Tag Manager carried over · Core Web Vitals tuned for Manchester and UK traffic
Mobile LCP after launch
1.1s
Average for Middleton and North Manchester migrations.
Redirects planned
120+
Mapped before launch to protect “web design Middleton” queries.
On-site visits
Available
Workshops in Middleton, Chadderton and Heywood.
Why Manchester teams move off WordPress
We hear the same pain points from “WordPress migration Manchester” calls every week. Here are the fastest wins when you move to React and Next.js.
- Local sites weighed down by page builder plugins and unused add-ons.
- Slow mobile speeds hurting “near me” and M24 searches.
- Contact forms and bookings failing because of plugin conflicts.
- Security worries around outdated themes and wp-admin exposure.
What stays intact
- Your domain and email setup stay untouched.
- Content, media and forms are rebuilt with redirects in place.
- Analytics, goals and Tag Manager move over cleanly.
- WooCommerce data can be preserved or replatformed safely.
Migration playbook
Local audit and benchmark
Core Web Vitals capture on real Middleton/Manchester devices, crawl the site, and list URLs to protect.
Content and redirect map
Export WordPress content, rebuild navigation, and prepare 301s so every existing URL keeps its authority.
Next.js build and QA
Edge caching, accessibility checks, form rebuilds and Google Business Profile integrations for local SEO.
Launch and follow-up
Zero-downtime cutover, Search Console checks, uptime monitoring and hypercare in the first two weeks.
Recent wins
M24 salon site
Rebuilt on Next.js; LCP down to 1.1s and higher “web design Middleton” visibility.
Local trades landing pages
WordPress to React migration with schema and GBP links to win “near me” queries.
Chadderton SME
Reduced plugin count from 28 to 6 core services and stabilised contact form conversions.
What you get
- M24-friendly landing pages and schema to win Middleton searches.
- No lost enquiries—forms and tracking rebuilt and tested before launch.
- Faster mobile performance for trades, salons and local retail.
- Clear path to add bookings, payments or memberships later.
Local coverage
We deliver migrations for Manchester, Middleton and nearby boroughs.
Web design and SEO packages for M24 businesses.
Full playbook for WordPress to Next.js across Greater Manchester.
FAQs
Can you meet us in Middleton?
Yes. We run workshops on-site around Middleton, Alkrington and Chadderton, then deliver the migration remotely to keep timelines tight.
Will my Google rankings in Middleton drop?
No. We map every URL, rebuild schema and resubmit sitemaps. Search Console is monitored daily after cutover to protect local rankings.
Do you handle email and domain settings?
Your domain, email and DNS stay in your control. We guide you through any DNS changes and schedule go-live outside business hours.
What if I need to keep WordPress for now?
We can keep WordPress headless while the new Next.js front-end runs, then fully retire WordPress once you are ready.
Prefer to talk first? Call +44 7459 467 685 or book a Teams slot.