A light aircraft has crashed into two properties in the North West this afternoon.

Greater Manchester Police said they were called to Newlands Avenue in Peel Green, Salford, following reports that a plane had come down on to houses.

No injuries could be confirmed at this stage, police added.

A spokesman said: "Officers attended and discovered a light aircraft had come down and collided with two properties.

"A cordon is in place and the other emergency services are also working at the scene."

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said: "Just after 12.20pm we received reports of an incident involving a light aircraft.

"Fire crews were mobilised to Newlands Avenue in the Peel Green area of Eccles, Salford, who on their arrival discovered that a light aircraft had crashed into a house.

"At 1.20pm six fire engines were in attendance at the incident."