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About

Bowdon ward lies in the southern part of the borough of Trafford, bordering Cheshire. The area is largely residential, characterised by tree-lined avenues and a mix of substantial Victorian and Edwardian properties alongside more modern developments. Its landscape is defined by gentle slopes leading down towards the Bridgewater Canal, which forms part of its western boundary.

The ward is centred around the conservation area of Bowdon Village, with its parish church and local shops. The Trans Pennine Trail passes through the area, following the route of the historic canal. Dunham Massey Hall and its deer park, a National Trust property, is situated immediately to the south, influencing the area's green and settled character.

Area overview

On average Bowdon has very low deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bowdon is £63,640 per year. There are 6 schools in Bowdon: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Bowdon

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £697,500 in Bowdon area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,960 up to £3,300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bowdon in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bowdon over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached42£1,000,000
Flats29£445,000
Semi-Detached25£550,000
Terraced16£458,000

10 years median price trend in Bowdon

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bowdon.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.