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High Legh

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About

High Legh is a ward in Cheshire East, located in the northwest of England. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered settlements. It includes the village of High Legh, known for its historic church and nearby High Legh Garden Centre. The ward is bordered by the M56 motorway, providing easy access to Manchester and Warrington.

The landscape features open fields and quiet country lanes, with a small but close-knit community. Local amenities include a primary school, a village hall, and a few pubs. The area is popular with those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of larger towns and cities. High Legh retains a traditional rural character, with occasional community events and agricultural activities shaping daily life.

Area overview

On average High Legh has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in High Legh is £50,600 per year. There are 2 schools in High Legh: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
56
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

High Legh Population
4,925
Population density
70.1 per km²

Demographics

British
4,490
91.09%
Other White
83
1.68%
Irish
68
1.38%
Pakistani
55
1.12%
Indian
52
1.05%
Total population: 4,929

Housing

Owns outright
864
43.44%
Owns with a mortgage
600
30.17%
Private landlord or letting agency
376
18.9%
Other social rented
85
4.27%
Other forms of private rent
31
1.56%
Total households: 1,989

Property prices in High Legh

Based on 54 recent sales, the median property price is £567,500 in High Legh area, with individual transactions ranging from £136,500 up to £2,925,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached29£736,000
Flats1£460,000
Semi-Detached11£380,000
Terraced13£345,000

10 years price trend in High Legh

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Data Sources

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