Cost of Living in Macclesfield
Cheshire, England
Average House Price
£193.1k
+33%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£35,654
+9%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£828/mo
+31%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,142
Band D / yr
Energy
£150
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£36.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£67.72
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Macclesfield
Average price (all types)
£193,130
House prices in Macclesfield have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Macclesfield
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Macclesfield
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £828 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £179 |
| Utilities | Energy | £150 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £175 |
| Food | Groceries | £257 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £142 |
| Estimated Total | £1,801 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport
Transport Costs in Macclesfield
£67.72
£1.34
£175
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Macclesfield
- What is the average house price in Macclesfield?
- The average house price in Macclesfield is £193,130, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £338,200, while flats and apartments average £124,600. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Macclesfield?
- The median annual salary in Macclesfield is £35,654, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,385 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £24,346 (lower quartile) to £47,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Macclesfield?
- Average monthly rent in Macclesfield is £828 per month. Rents have increased by +4.2% over the past year.
- Is Macclesfield an affordable place to live?
- Macclesfield is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 28% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £828, while the median annual salary is £35,654 (approximately £2,971 per month before tax).
- How does Macclesfield compare to London?
- The average house price in Macclesfield is £193,130, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Macclesfield costs around 35% of London prices, making it £357,870 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £828 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Macclesfield?
- House prices in Macclesfield are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £193,130 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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