Cliffe, dubbed "Manchester＇s Kelly Brook",[1] was born in Middleton, Rochdale.[2] Cliffe attended Our Lady＇s＇ Catholic High School in Higher Blackley, where she was a talented athlete, becoming Manchester Hurdles Champion on three occasions.[citation needed] She still enjoys athletics and credits that as helping her keep her body in shape.

In 2006, Louise won Miss Manchester.