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About

Bollington ward is located in Cheshire East, covering the town of Bollington and surrounding rural areas. The ward sits on the edge of the Peak District, with the River Bollin running through it. The landscape features a mix of residential areas, farmland, and woodland, with the Kerridge Ridge providing a prominent backdrop.

The town itself has a history tied to the textile industry, with former mills now repurposed for housing and businesses. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and community spaces like the Bollington Arts Centre. The Macclesfield Canal passes through the ward, offering walking and cycling routes. Bollington is connected to nearby towns by road and public transport, including bus links to Macclesfield and Stockport.

Area overview

On average Bollington has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bollington is £46,974 per year. There are 3 schools in Bollington: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

7.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bollington Population

8,685

Population density

1,084.4 per km²

Demographics

British

8,133

93.65%

Other White

240

2.76%

Irish

0.53%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.37%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.36%

Total population: 8,684

Housing

Owns outright

1,601

40.09%

Owns with a mortgage

1,324

33.15%

Private landlord or letting agency

637

15.95%

Other social rented

242

6.06%

Social rents from council

2.05%

Total households: 3,994

Property prices in Bollington

Based on 128 recent sales, the median property price is £305,000 in Bollington area, with individual transactions ranging from £31,400 up to £1,035,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	24	£510,000	£347,243	£428,750	£572,925	£962,500
Flats	17	£185,000	£127,800	£155,000	£215,000	£299,000
Semi-Detached	31	£320,000	£244,950	£277,500	£393,500	£492,500
Terraced	56	£276,000	£176,500	£218,750	£325,000	£389,263

10 years price trend in Bollington

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail