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Congleton Town

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About

Congleton is a market town in Cheshire East, located along the River Dane. The town has a mix of historic and modern elements, with landmarks like the 19th-century town hall and the medieval St Peter’s Church. The surrounding area includes green spaces such as Congleton Park and the nearby Peak District National Park.

The town centre features independent shops, cafes, and a weekly market. Transport links include the A34 and A54 roads, as well as a railway station connecting to Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent. Local industries range from manufacturing to retail, with a focus on small businesses. The area also hosts events like the annual Congleton Carnival and food festivals.

Area overview

On average Congleton Town has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Congleton Town is £39,800 per year. There are 5 schools in Congleton Town: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
73
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
14.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Congleton Town Population
7,516
Population density
2,841.7 per km²

Demographics

British
6,971
92.71%
Other White
153
2.03%
Irish
72
0.96%
Indian
57
0.76%
Other Asian
49
0.65%
Total population: 7,519

Housing

Owns outright
1,257
34.43%
Owns with a mortgage
1,076
29.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
648
17.75%
Other social rented
448
12.27%
Other forms of private rent
94
2.57%
Total households: 3,651

Property prices in Congleton Town

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £225,500 in Congleton Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,600 up to £768,100.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£360,000
Flats15£133,000
Semi-Detached33£249,950
Terraced41£175,000

10 years price trend in Congleton Town

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Data Sources

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