Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Flixton within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Flixton.-- par. and township with ry. sta., SE. Lancashire, between rivers Irwell and Mersey, 7 miles SW. of Manchester -- par., 2557 ac., pop. 4018; township, 1564 ac., pop. 1776; P.O.; contains Flixton Hall and Flixton House.