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Gawsworth & Macclesfield Forest

About

Gawsworth is a rural village in Cheshire East, known for its historic buildings and open countryside. The area includes Gawsworth Hall, a timber-framed Tudor manor, and the nearby Gawsworth Church. Surrounding farmland and woodland provide walking routes, with the Macclesfield Canal running through the landscape.

Macclesfield Forest lies to the east, a mix of woodland and moorland managed for conservation. The forest is part of the Peak District National Park, with trails leading to Shutlingsloe, a prominent local hill. Reservoirs like Trentabank support wildlife, including herons. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, with connections to the wider Cheshire countryside.

Area overview

On average Gawsworth & Macclesfield Forest has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gawsworth & Macclesfield Forest is £50,100 per year. There are 8 schools in Gawsworth & Macclesfield Forest: 8 primary (1 Outstanding and 7 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
33
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
6%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Gawsworth & Macclesfield Forest

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £436,264 in Gawsworth & Macclesfield Forest area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £2,925,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £485,027; semi-detached at £342,500; terraced at £283,475; flats at £213,500.

10 years price trend in Gawsworth & Macclesfield Forest

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.