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Macclesfield South & Lyme Green

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About

Macclesfield South & Lyme Green is a primarily residential district on the southern edge of the town. The area is characterised by a mix of post-war housing estates and more modern developments, providing homes for families and commuters. Its layout is practical, with local shops and schools serving the community's needs. The presence of the large Lyme Green retail and business park on the A537 is a significant local employer and a hub for logistics and light industry, shaping the area's economic character.

The landscape transitions towards the rural edges, with open fields and the River Bollin marking the boundary. The area is functional, with good road links to the town centre and the Peak District. A notable local landmark is the Hovis Mill, a former silk-throwing mill on the riverbank that speaks to the area’s industrial heritage within the wider context of Macclesfield’s history. This blend of housing, commerce, and lingering historical features defines the locality.

Area overview

On average Macclesfield South & Lyme Green has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Macclesfield South & Lyme Green is £44,412 per year. There are 2 schools in Macclesfield South & Lyme Green: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Macclesfield South & Lyme Green is home to around 6,208 people, with a population density of about 1,774.3 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
30.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Macclesfield South & Lyme Green Population
6,208
Population density
1,774.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
50.26(+35%)
Shoplifting
10.63(+86%)
Public order
9.34(-7%)
Other theft
6.93(+5%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.32(-71%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,576
89.86%
Other White
268
4.32%
Other Asian
51
0.82%
White and Asian (mixed)
46
0.74%
Indian
45
0.73%
Total population: 6,205

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,432
28.71%
No qualifications
1,047
20.99%
Level 3 (A level)
849
17.02%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
731
14.66%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
543
10.89%
Total 16+ residents: 4,988

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
804
28.29%
Other social rented
662
23.29%
Owns outright
637
22.41%
Private landlord or letting agency
406
14.29%
Social rents from council
243
8.55%
Total households: 2,842

Property prices in Macclesfield South & Lyme Green

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Macclesfield South & Lyme Green area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,600 up to £995,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Macclesfield South & Lyme Green in the 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 Macclesfield South & Lyme Green over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£399,950
Flats1£168,000
Semi-Detached34£267,250
Terraced35£191,000

10 years median price trend in Macclesfield South & Lyme Green

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Macclesfield South & Lyme Green.

All postcodes in Macclesfield South & Lyme Green

SK117GT

Sheldon Drive

SK117XJ

Moss Bower Road

SK117FJ

Everglade Close

SK117JJ

Tarvin Close

SK117PP

Half Street

SK117SY

Rutland Road

SK117QH

Canton Street

SK117RW

Sutton Close

SK117GE

Flying Fields Drive

SK117PJ

Cross Street

SK117JN

Field View Drive

SK117PX

Pitt Street

SK117RH

Briarwood Avenue

SK117JX

Gunco Lane

SK117RA

Western Avenue

SK117SG

Hulme Square

SK110FE

Sutton

SK110HD

Bradley Smithy

SK117SP

London Road

SK117GL

Buckingham Rise

SK117NF

Waterways Avenue

SK117QQ

High Street

SK110LF

Robin Lane

SK117PT

Pitt Street

SK117RX

Coppice Rise

SK110EZ

Hawk Way

SK117JU

Beech Grove

SK117PZ

Cow Lane

SK117SD

Eaton Lane

SK117TL

Torr Road

SK110FF

Sutton

SK117TA

Parkgate Road

SK110LQ

Minor Avenue

SK117PG

Cross Street

SK117QS

High Street

SK117PW

Higginbotham Green

SK117ZF

Sunnyside Close

SK110LD

Lyme Green Park

SK117SL

Macclesfield South

SK117RD

Chantry Court

SK117TD

Ash Grove

SK117PA

Old Mill Lane

SK117SE

Eaton Lane

SK117TN

Belgrave Road

SK110BR

Heron Drive

SK110ET

Sutton

SK110EY

Hawk Way

SK117RY

Cedar Grove

SK117RL

London Road

SK117TQ

Stamford Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.