Multi-cultural communities in Oldham tend to attract racist abuse as the BNP has influence there, but most areas should be ok for you - much depends on your income and expectations as to which areas to live, and if you don't drive, how easily you can travel around, - south manchester and the city centre tend to be more expensive than the north, but it is tricky to give more than general info here - good luck though. Hope you find somewhere just right for you.