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Congleton East

England / North West / Cheshire East / Congleton East

About

Congleton East is a ward in the Cheshire East district, covering the eastern part of the town of Congleton and surrounding areas. The ward includes residential neighborhoods, local amenities, and green spaces such as Congleton Park and the River Dane. It is part of a larger market town with historical roots, offering a mix of housing, schools, and community facilities.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A34 and A54 providing links to nearby towns like Macclesfield and Stoke-on-Trent. Congleton East also features industrial and retail sites, balancing residential life with local employment opportunities. The ward’s proximity to the Peak District National Park makes it a gateway to countryside walks and outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Congleton East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Congleton East is £42,335 per year. There are 4 schools in Congleton East: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
49
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
15.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Congleton East Population
14,220
Population density
842.6 per km²

Demographics

British
13,496
94.91%
Other White
209
1.47%
Irish
76
0.53%
White and Asian (mixed)
65
0.46%
Other
49
0.34%
Total population: 14,220

Housing

Owns outright
2,487
40.1%
Owns with a mortgage
1,985
32.01%
Other social rented
725
11.69%
Private landlord or letting agency
592
9.55%
Social rents from council
282
4.55%
Total households: 6,202

Property prices in Congleton East

Based on 216 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Congleton East area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £1,465,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached89£400,000
Flats5£125,000
Semi-Detached78£268,500
Terraced44£171,500

10 years price trend in Congleton East

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Data Sources

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