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About

Gawsworth ward is located in Cheshire East, covering a mix of rural and semi-rural areas. It includes the villages of Gawsworth, Broken Cross, and parts of Macclesfield. The ward is known for its historic landmarks, such as Gawsworth Hall, a Tudor-era manor house with surrounding gardens. The area features open farmland, woodland, and the Macclesfield Canal, which runs through the southern part of the ward.

The ward has a mix of residential and agricultural land, with a strong community focus. Local amenities include primary schools, pubs, and village halls, serving both long-standing residents and newer developments. Public transport links connect the area to Macclesfield and nearby towns, while the rural lanes are popular for walking and cycling. Gawsworth retains a quiet, countryside character while being close to urban conveniences.

Area overview

On average Gawsworth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gawsworth is £50,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Gawsworth: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Gawsworth Population

4,385

Population density

48 per km²

Demographics

British

4,125

94.05%

Other White

1.62%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.8%

Irish

0.8%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.64%

Total population: 4,386

Housing

Owns outright

885

46.65%

Owns with a mortgage

601

31.68%

Private landlord or letting agency

176

9.28%

Other social rented

124

6.54%

Other forms of private rent

2.27%

Total households: 1,897

Property prices in Gawsworth

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £463,748 in Gawsworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £1,850,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Gawsworth over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	41	£580,995	£357,346	£449,398	£725,000	£1,300,000
Semi-Detached	10	£368,995	£174,400	£266,563	£382,749	£575,750
Terraced	7	£230,000	£80,500	£156,250	£335,000	£364,000

10 years median price trend in Gawsworth

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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