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Chelford

England / North West / Cheshire East / Chelford

About

Chelford is a rural ward in Cheshire East, located approximately 10 miles southwest of Macclesfield. The area is known for its agricultural landscape, with farmland and open fields dominating the scenery. The village of Chelford itself is small, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern homes. The ward also includes several smaller settlements, such as Peover Heath and Swettenham, which contribute to its quiet, countryside character.

The ward is well-connected by road, with the A537 and A535 providing links to nearby towns like Knutsford and Congleton. Chelford railway station offers services to Manchester and Crewe, making it a convenient location for commuters. The area has a strong community feel, with local amenities including a primary school, village hall, and a few independent shops. Nearby attractions like the Cheshire Showground and Tatton Park add to the ward's appeal for residents and visitors alike.

Area overview

On average Chelford has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chelford is £52,104 per year. There are 4 schools in Chelford: 4 primary (2 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
35
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chelford Population
4,643
Population density
82.8 per km²

Demographics

British
4,294
92.54%
Other White
93
2%
White and Asian (mixed)
53
1.14%
Indian
30
0.65%
Pakistani
27
0.58%
Total population: 4,640

Housing

Owns outright
937
46.52%
Owns with a mortgage
659
32.72%
Private landlord or letting agency
183
9.09%
Other social rented
140
6.95%
Other forms of private rent
47
2.33%
Total households: 2,014

Property prices in Chelford

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £612,500 in Chelford area, with individual transactions ranging from £250,000 up to £7,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached51£758,000
Flats5£1,240,000
Semi-Detached20£435,000
Terraced12£472,500

10 years price trend in Chelford

All postcodes in Chelford

SK119BL

Snelson Lane

SK104RT

Chelford Road

SK104JW

Congleton Road

SK104JY

Cedar Square

SK104SZ

Astle Lane

SK104UB

Alderley Edge & Chelford

SK119SJ

Carter Lane

WA168SF

Potts Lane

WA168UL

Well Bank Lane

WA168XA

Long Lane

WA169HB

Stocks Lane

WA169HW

Long Lane

WA169PW

Plumley Moor Road

SK104TS

Sand Lane

SK119BR

Peover Lane

SK119AN

Holmes Chapel Road

SK119BG

Pepper Street

WA168UD

Grotto Lane

WA168RF

Manor Lane

WA168SY

Chelford Road

WA168TN

Stocks Lane

WA169EX

Long Lane

WA169PL

Bexton Lane

SK104SY

Chelford Road

SK119AW

Peover Lane

WA160TS

Malt Kiln Road

WA168BL

Mobberley, Plumley & High Legh

WA169ET

Sandy Lane

SK104UP

Cedar Square

SK119AS

Knutsford Road

SK119AX

Dixon Drive

SK97AN

Congleton Road

WA169RB

Free Green Lane

WA160TT

Plumley Moor Road

WA167SB

Sandle Bridge Lane

WA168UF

Chelford Lane

WA168RW

Beech Close

WA168SU

Chelford Road

SK104TD

Bollington Lane

SK104UF

Finlow Hill Lane

SK119BA

Robin Close

WA160UJ

Hollytree Road

WA167SS

Gleavehouse Lane

WA168SD

School Lane

WA168TR

Foxwood Drive

WA169PX

Free Green Lane

WA169SF

Back Lane

SK104SE

Hocker Lane

SK119BP

Peover Lane

SK119EB

Dixon Drive

WA167SN

Kell Green Lane

WA168RN

Chelford Road

WA168SJ

Chelford Road

WA168SR

Snelson Lane

WA169QY

Free Green Lane

SK104ZP

Chelford Road

SK119AL

Peover Lane

SK119AY

Elmstead Road

SK119FX

Galloway Road

SK119FW

Jersey Close

SK119GG

Station Road

WA169PN

Middlewich Road

WA169PU

Middlewich Road

WA167SW

Kell Green Lane

WA168RP

Oaklands Road

WA168SQ

Moss Lane

WA168UQ

Chelford Lane

WA168UR

Boundary Lane

WA169PB

Toft Road

SK104JS

Congleton Road

SK104TF

Congleton Road

SK104TP

Bradford Lane

SK119GB

Chillingham Close

WA168RS

Marthall Lane

WA168SL

School Lane

WA168TA

Chelford Road

WA168TJ

Seven Sisters Lane

WA169RU

Plumley Moor Road

SK104TU

Melrose Way

SK119BE

Chelford Road

WA160UQ

Hawthorn Road

WA168SA

Chelford Road

WA168SS

Sandhole Lane

WA168TH

Seven Sisters Lane

WA168TU

Chelford Lane

SK104ZG

Congleton Road

SK119AF

Holmes Chapel Road

SK119BT

Drumble Field

SK119GF

Dixon Drive

WA160AU

Chapel View

WA167ST

Marthall Lane

WA168TX

Foxwood Drive

WA168SW

Moss Lane

WA169HJ

Grotto Lane

SK104YU

Pavillion Drive

WA169RD

Long Lane

WA160UL

Oakfield Road

WA168TZ

Well Bank Lane

WA168RZ

Wood's Close

WA169RW

Pinfold Lane

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Data Sources

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