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Macclesfield West and Ivy

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About

Macclesfield West and Ivy ward covers the western neighbourhoods of this historic Cheshire town. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of Victorian terraces and more modern housing estates. It sits on the edge of the Peak District National Park, with local streets rising to offer views towards the surrounding hills. The ward includes the suburb of Tytherington and borders the River Bollin, which runs through its western edge.

The community is served by local shops and schools along the main routes into the town centre. Ivy Lane is a significant thoroughfare, connecting the residential areas. A notable local landmark is the Hibel Road sports complex, which provides extensive recreational facilities. The ward's layout reflects its development from a silk-manufacturing suburb into a key residential part of modern Macclesfield.

Area overview

On average Macclesfield West and Ivy has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Macclesfield West and Ivy is £46,835 per year. There are 4 schools in Macclesfield West and Ivy: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Macclesfield West and Ivy is home to around 8,216 people, with a population density of about 4,255.2 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
21.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Macclesfield West and Ivy Population
8,216
Population density
4,255.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
38.34(+3%)
Public order
7.79(-23%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.6(-38%)
Shoplifting
4.26(-25%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.77(-80%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,614
92.72%
Other White
223
2.72%
Other Asian
61
0.74%
Indian
54
0.66%
Irish
45
0.55%
Total population: 8,212

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,960
29.03%
No qualifications
1,296
19.19%
Level 3 (A level)
1,265
18.74%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,005
14.88%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
663
9.82%
Total 16+ residents: 6,752

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,267
34.81%
Owns with a mortgage
1,131
31.07%
Other social rented
595
16.35%
Social rents from council
283
7.77%
Private landlord or letting agency
276
7.58%
Total households: 3,640

Property prices in Macclesfield West and Ivy

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £287,500 in Macclesfield West and Ivy area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £696,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Macclesfield West and Ivy 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 West and Ivy over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£410,000
Flats4£128,250
Semi-Detached34£307,725
Terraced29£220,000

10 years median price trend in Macclesfield West and Ivy

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Macclesfield West and Ivy.

All postcodes in Macclesfield West and Ivy

SK118SJ

Barnard Close

SK118PF

Kenilworth Close

SK118PY

Ambleside Close

SK118SW

Warwick Mews

SK118SR

Earlsway

SK118QD

Merebrook Close

SK118QP

Arley Close

SK118RQ

Heyes Farm Road

SK118NG

Ivymeade Close

SK118RT

Pembroke Road

SK118TH

Wilton Crescent

SK118LJ

Westbury Drive

SK118PE

Kenilworth Road

SK118WJ

Warwick Mews

SK118LL

Sycamore Crescent

SK118ND

Dawson Road

SK118LU

Sunningdale Road

SK118LX

Amberley Road

SK118NE

Sherbourne Road

SK118RH

Merebrook Road

SK118TZ

Broken Cross

SK118RL

Earlsway

SK118RP

Portland Walk

SK118SD

Dudley Walk

SK118TD

Warwick Walk

SK118UY

Kenilworth Road

SK118LZ

Hazlemere Avenue

SK118PG

Kendal Road

SK118SE

Somerton Road

SK118UH

Gilchrist Avenue

SK118LN

Sycamore Rise

SK118QY

Box Tree Mews

SK118UE

Gawsworth Road

SK103LQ

Chelford Road

SK118PJ

Kendal Road

SK118QH

Park Brook Road

SK118TB

Warwick Road

SK118TJ

Beeston Terrace

Data Sources

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