Spring is traditionally one of the busiest periods for the UK property market. As home buyers begin to approach the market, vendors across Cheshire will be considering how to position their properties to achieve the best price.
While Macclesfield is a popular target for buyers in its own right, the surrounding villages such as Prestbury and Tytherington offer some simply stunning properties.
These areas are some of the most sought-after destinations in the region and attract strong demand from buyers. As such, both Macclesfield and the surrounding villages are poised for a flurry of homebuying activity over the coming months.
In this article, we’ll discuss what makes Macclesfield so appealing to buyers and examine how the property market is performing during March 2025.
Why is Macclesfield Popular with Property Buyers?
The charming market town of Macclesfield is popular with both homeowners and visitors to the area, due to its close proximity to the metropolitan style of Manchester and the picturesque beauty of the Peak District National Park.
This blend of city lights and country life gives Macclesfield an enviable position quite unlike anywhere else.
The town is home to an excellent range of independent shops, bars and restaurants, as well as all of the high-street brands you would expect from a thriving market town.
Beyond the town centre are some lovely villages, including Sutton and Langley, Wincle and Bollington, to name a few, meaning that Macclesfield truly boasts everything a family could need.
Both Macclesfield and the surrounding area boast a good selection of local schools, which are easily accessible due to the town’s excellent transport links. This too makes Macclesfield a convenient place to live and work, with an abundance of local businesses and efficient transport solutions for those commuting out of town.
Moving to Macclesfield
Given its nature as a bustling market town and access to the wider area, Macclesfield is highly popular with families and young professionals. Its quieter, rural side is also popular with older buyers looking for an attractive place to settle down while remaining close to local amenities.
As such, Macclesfield is perhaps one of Cheshire’s most eclectic destinations.
This is reflected by the fact that 12% of sales in the past 12 months were flats, achieving an average sales price of £156,480, while houses achieved an average price of £270,153 (1).
The Property Market in Macclesfield
Seasonal drops in buyer activity after Christmas have caused a levelling-off in buyer demand in recent months. This has been exacerbated by domestic changes to stamp duty rules and wider macroeconomic events.
According to the RICS Residential Market Survey March 2025 (2), the UK property market has slowed slightly in recent months, with both buyer activity and the number of agreed sales falling.
We have certainly seen that following a rush to get sales over the line before higher stamp duty rates came into effect, buyers have held off slightly to reassess their finances and purchasing options.
However, this has been less noticeable for homes within the upper end of the property market. For these buyers, stamp duty represents much less of a contributor to the cost of buying a home and is far less of a barrier to making a purchase.
As the spring market begins to gain momentum, we are beginning to see an increase in buyers making enquiries. This indicates that despite market challenges, the property industry remains resilient and is conforming to expected trends.
Macclesfield House Prices
House prices in Macclesfield have generally increased over the past five years, but that growth has slowed as of 2025. Average prices have increased by 28% in the past five years but levelled off with 0% growth in the last 12 months (Dataloft).
Over the last 12 months, the average sales price in Macclesfield was £252,602, however, higher-value properties of between £500,000 and £700,000 continue to sell well if they are in good condition.
Buyers are approaching the market with greater caution. However, as one of Cheshire’s most sought-after areas, we expect that properties sold in Macclesfield will generate good returns for vendors over the coming months.
Selling in Macclesfield
Although interest in the region remains strong, sellers in Macclesfield 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 - Dataloft
2 - Rics March 2025 UK Residential Market Survey
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