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Macclesfield Central

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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)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£395,000
Flats26£135,000
Semi-Detached28£259,250
Terraced124£190,000

10 years price trend in Macclesfield Central

All postcodes in Macclesfield Central

SK101SG

Churchside

SK101SL

Churchside

SK101AT

King Edward Street

SK101EB

Churchside

SK109AJ

Central Macclesfield

SK109RF

Churchside

SK116BU

Chestergate

SK116EX

Pierce Street

SK116XF

Statham Street

SK116XW

St John's Road

SK117NL

Broken Banks

SK118HQ

Central Macclesfield

SK118LH

Loxley Close
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Data Sources

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