What's the average income in Macclesfield Central?

Average resident income is about £42,660 per year.

How safe is Macclesfield Central?

Crime level in Macclesfield Central is moderate with about 124 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Macclesfield Central?

Based on 188 recent sales, the median price is £193,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What home types are most common in Macclesfield Central?

Housing mix: terraced 53.0%, semi-detached 17.3%.

How much social housing is near Macclesfield Central?

About 11.3% across the Macclesfield Central area.

What's the Macclesfield Central population and density?

Macclesfield Central population is 9,173 with density 4829.9 per km².

How many households are in Macclesfield Central?

There are 4,775 households in Macclesfield Central

How deprived is Macclesfield Central?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 12214 of 32844 in country).

What are prices by property type in Macclesfield Central?

Latest medians: Detached £395,000, Semi-detached £259,250, Terraced £190,000, Flats £135,000.

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Q: What schools in Macclesfield Central and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Macclesfield Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Macclesfield Central ward is located in the town of Macclesfield, within the Cheshire East unitary authority. The area covers the town centre and surrounding residential streets, serving as the commercial and administrative heart of Macclesfield. Key landmarks include the Town Hall, Macclesfield Library, and the Silk Museum, reflecting the town's historical ties to the silk industry. The ward is well-connected, with Macclesfield Railway Station providing direct links to Manchester and London.

Residential areas in Macclesfield Central feature a mix of Victorian terraces, modern apartments, and some social housing. The ward includes retail hubs such as the Grosvenor Shopping Centre and local independent shops along Chestergate and Mill Street. Parks like South Park and West Park offer green spaces for recreation. The ward has a range of schools, healthcare facilities, and community services, making it a functional and accessible part of the town.

Area overview

On average Macclesfield Central has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 124 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Macclesfield Central is £42,660 per year. There are 5 schools in Macclesfield Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

124

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

11.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Macclesfield Central Population

9,173

Population density

4,829.9 per km²

Demographics

British

7,798

85.03%

Other White

469

5.11%

Other Asian

168

1.83%

Indian

139

1.52%

Other

100

1.09%

Total population: 9,171

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,594

33.4%

Owns with a mortgage

1,370

28.7%

Owns outright

1,198

25.1%

Other social rented

396

8.3%

Other forms of private rent

132

2.77%

Total households: 4,773

Property prices in Macclesfield Central

Based on 188 recent sales, the median property price is £193,000 in Macclesfield Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £33,400 up to £680,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£395,000	£259,900	£346,025	£508,625	£565,500
Flats	26	£135,000	£79,375	£115,000	£178,750	£235,625
Semi-Detached	28	£259,250	£124,000	£213,750	£368,750	£569,100
Terraced	124	£190,000	£147,575	£168,227	£226,250	£300,000

10 years price trend in Macclesfield Central

All postcodes in Macclesfield Central

SK116EP

Bridge Street

SK116JS

Waters Green

SK116SD

Armitt Street

SK116UW

Samuel Street

SK117NN

Broken Banks

SK117NZ

Millstone Passage

SK118AA

Bond Street

SK118AB

Grovewood Mews

SK118AE

Park Lane

SK118AT

Poplar Road

SK118AY

Avonside Way

SK118BP

James Street

SK109SN

Churchside

SK109SY

Churchside

SK109YW

Churchside

SK109ZP

Churchside

SK101SS

Churchside

SK101TN

Churchside

SK109DP

Central Macclesfield

SK116LB

Church Street

SK116RX

Barton Street

SK116UB

Hobson Street

SK117NA

Park Green

SK118JW

Cambridge Road

SK109UP

Churchside

SK109SW

Churchside

SK109TF

Churchside

SK101SX

Churchside

SK101SY

Churchside

SK101AF

King Edward Street

SK101AN

Longacre Street

SK101AZ

Anderson Street

SK109DJ

Jordangate

SK109ER

Jordangate

SK109RZ

Churchside

SK116DG

Chestergate

SK116HN

Brook Street

SK116JT

Churchside

SK116PP

Langford Street

SK116QE

Bridge Street

SK116QL

Elizabeth Street

SK116RG

Barton Street

SK116TF

Mill Road

SK118AN

Western Drive

SK118EZ

Crompton Road

SK118HH

Central Macclesfield

SK109SH

Churchside

SK109TU

Churchside

SK109XE

Churchside

SK109XZ

Churchside

SK109YR

Churchside

SK109YY

Churchside

SK101SD

Churchside

SK101SH

Churchside

SK101TA

Churchside

SK101FX

King Edward Street

SK104GJ

Jordangate

SK109NP

Jordangate

SK109RU

Churchside

SK116LQ

Back Wallgate

SK116PX

Great King Street

SK117QJ

Park Green

SK118BS

Hobson Street

SK109RY

Churchside

SK109SF

Churchside

SK109TA

Churchside

SK109TL

Churchside

SK109DD

Central Macclesfield

SK109XP

Churchside

SK109YQ

Churchside

SK109ZU

Churchside

SK101UJ

Churchside

SK101UQ

Churchside

SK101BW

Riseley Street

SK101EE

Brunswick Street

SK101EX

Churchside

SK101SA

Churchside

SK109QH

Churchside

SK109AU

Jordangate

SK109DB

Jordangate

SK116HX

Pickford Street

SK116NR

Mill Street

SK116PA

Mill Street

SK116SR

Lord Street

SK116TG

Grapes Street

SK116XD

Roe Street

SK117AE

Maydews Passage

SK118BA

Cholmondeley Street

SK118DF

Hathaway Drive

SK118DR

Hand Street

SK118DT

Pownall Square

SK118EQ

West Bond Street

SK118EW

Norbury Street

SK109WS

Churchside

SK109TP

Churchside

SK109TY

Churchside

SK109XS

Churchside

SK109YF

Churchside

SK109YU

Churchside

SK101SR

Churchside

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Data Sources

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

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