As the property industry enters the busy spring season, both homebuyers and sellers are increasingly approaching the market across Cheshire.
As one of the region’s most popular locations, Knutsford is poised for a flurry of activity as buyers compete to purchase their next home.
In this article, we’ll discuss what makes Knutsford so appealing to buyers and examine how the property market is performing during March 2025.
Why is Knutsford Popular with Property Buyers?
Knutsford is a historic market town with a deeply rich character and warmly welcoming charm.
It is well-known for its narrow streets and many interesting and historic listed buildings, which blend seamlessly with all of the conveniences you would expect from a modern town.
With schools, independent local shops and artisan food and drink sellers, Knutsford boasts all the amenities needed for a comfortable and safe place to live and work.
There are family-friendly events held throughout the year, including Knutsford Royal May Day and a variety of food and drink festivals. The nearby Tatton Park also hosts popular events throughout the year.
The town is well connected to the wider local area with excellent transport links via road to the cities of Manchester, Liverpool and Chester. There is also a train station, which is ideal for commuting or days out to Manchester.
Moving to Knutsford
Although a vibrant and active town, arguably Knutsford’s most highly regarded feature is its semi-rural, quaint nature. Living in Knutsford has been described as giving the feel of living in a village, without sacrificing access to local amenities.
The town’s peaceful nature has made it popular with retirees and downsizers, as well as families who want to live in a rural location while maintaining easy access to the region’s best schools and work.
The result is a small but diverse and competitive market for local properties.
The Knutsford Property Market
According to the RICS Residential Market Survey March 2025 (1), the UK property market has slowed slightly in recent months.
Uncertainty around the recent change in stamp duty rules and wider concerns relating to global macroeconomic events have fuelled uncertainty in buyers.
However, the situation within the local market within Knutsford and its surrounding areas is somewhat different.
Buyers for properties that fall into the higher bands of stamp duty are less impacted by the changes to tax rules. They are therefore unlikely to postpone their home-buying plans.
Within recent weeks, we have seen a gradual increase in buyers approaching the market after a seasonal slowdown following Christmas and the New Year. Spring is traditionally a busy period for the property market and the early signs are that buyers for Knutsford are becoming increasingly active.
Knutsford House Prices
We have observed a levelling-off of house prices over the past few months after a period of gradual growth during 2024.
The 12-month average house price in Knutsford is £520,474 (2), with a modest growth of 2% in annual property values.
The overall picture of the UK property market is one of resilience in the face of uncertainty and given its popularity with buyers and affluent nature, Knutsford is well-placed to generate good returns for property vendors this spring.
Selling in Knutsford
Although interest in the region remains strong, sellers in Knutsford can expect a more cautious approach from buyers.
Mortgage rates remain relatively stable, but with no indication of significant drops in interest rates on the horizon, the commitment to purchasing a new home is under increased scrutiny.
Local property enquiries are strong, however, we have seen a trend where buyers are requesting multiple viewings of properties before making a final decision.
The uncertainty in the market has instilled buyers with a feeling that they want to be sure they are making the right decision before committing to a purchase.
This is where Meller Braggins' unique position as a boutique estate agency comes into its own. We understand that every home is different and provide our clients with a fully bespoke service at every stage of selling their property.
By leveraging our personal service with highly targeted, professional marketing strategies, we can ensure that you find the right buyer for your home and achieve the best price.
We’ll handle everything from establishing the right pricing options for your property, marketing and even presenting your home in its best light during viewings.
Our bespoke service also extends to handling requests from buyers and ensuring that every aspect of a property sale is fully managed from both sides of the transaction.
With buyers approaching the market with greater caution, an estate agent you can rely on to make sure everything runs smoothly is more important than ever.
Contact Meller Braggins
Meller Braggins has been helping Cheshire residents buy and sell property since 1836. Whether you are buying or selling, renting, or looking for advice on your mortgage, our local experts Richard and Simon are ready and waiting to hear from you.
Sources
1 - RICS March 2025 UK Residential Market Survey
2 - Dataloft
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