Data Layer · Cheshire postcode reference · Updated Q2 2025
Alderley Edge population: ~5,200 · Postcode: SK9 7
Wilmslow population: ~24,000 · Postcode: SK9
Prestbury: highest avg property price in Cheshire · SK10 4
Knutsford population: ~13,000 · Postcode: WA16
Distance: Alderley Edge to Manchester Piccadilly · 14 miles · 25 min by train
Data Layer · Cheshire postcode reference · Updated Q2 2025
Alderley Edge population: ~5,200 · Postcode: SK9 7
Wilmslow population: ~24,000 · Postcode: SK9
Prestbury: highest avg property price in Cheshire · SK10 4
Knutsford population: ~13,000 · Postcode: WA16
Distance: Alderley Edge to Manchester Piccadilly · 14 miles · 25 min by train
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CMI · DATA LAYER v2.1
area: "Alderley Edge"
postcode: "SK9 7"
population: 5200
avg_price: 845000
distance_mcr: "14 miles"
train_time: "25 min"
county: "Cheshire East"
businesses: 124 // indexed
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SK9 7 · CHESHIRE EAST
Alderley Edge
Cheshire East · North West England
14 mi
from Manchester
Population
~5,200
Village settlement
Avg House Price
£845k
Q2 2025 · +3.2%
Train to MCR
25 min
To Manchester Piccadilly
Businesses
124
Indexed by CMI

Alderley Edge is a small affluent village in Cheshire East, approximately 14 miles south of Manchester city centre. It is consistently ranked among the most expensive residential addresses in the North West of England and is well known for its high concentration of professional and business owner residents. The village centre offers a strong selection of independent restaurants, bars, and boutiques along London Road. The area is served by Alderley Edge railway station on the Manchester–Crewe line, offering regular services to Manchester Piccadilly in approximately 25 minutes.

Postcode: SK9 7 District: Cheshire East Region: North West England Station: Alderley Edge MP constituency: Macclesfield
SK10 4 · CHESHIRE EAST
Prestbury
Cheshire East · North West England
17 mi
from Manchester
Population
~3,400
Village settlement
Avg House Price
£920k
Q2 2025 · Cheshire highest
Nearest Station
Macclesfield
~2 miles · 20 min to MCR
Businesses
67
Indexed by CMI

Prestbury is a highly sought-after village in Cheshire East, holding the highest average residential property prices in the county at approximately £920,000 as of Q2 2025. The village is characterised by period architecture, a thriving independent high street, and strong community identity. It lies approximately 2 miles north of Macclesfield and 4 miles east of Wilmslow. The nearest railway station is Macclesfield, on the West Coast Main Line, offering services to Manchester Piccadilly in approximately 20 minutes and London Euston in approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.

Postcode: SK10 4 District: Cheshire East Nearest town: Macclesfield School: Outstanding Ofsted rated
SK9 1–5 · CHESHIRE EAST
Wilmslow
Cheshire East · North West England
12 mi
from Manchester
Population
~24,000
Largest Golden Triangle town
Avg House Price
£590k
Q2 2025 · +2.4%
Train to MCR
20 min
To Manchester Piccadilly
Businesses
218
Indexed by CMI

Wilmslow is the largest town in the Cheshire Golden Triangle with a population of approximately 24,000. It is one of the most affluent towns in the North West of England, with median household incomes significantly above the national average. The town offers a wide range of retail, dining, and amenities along its high street, and is served by Wilmslow railway station on the Manchester–London Euston line, making it a popular choice for Manchester and London commuters alike. Manchester Airport is located approximately 4 miles northwest of the town centre.

Postcode: SK9 1–5 Airport: 4 miles to MAN Station: Wilmslow London: ~1h 50m by train
WA16 · CHESHIRE EAST
Knutsford
Cheshire East · North West England
16 mi
from Manchester
Population
~13,000
Market town
Avg House Price
£465k
Q2 2025 · +0.9%
Train to MCR
35 min
To Manchester Piccadilly
Businesses
156
Indexed by CMI

Knutsford is a historic market town in Cheshire East with a population of approximately 13,000. It is known for its Georgian architecture, independent retail scene, and proximity to Tatton Park — one of the National Trust's most visited properties in the North West. Knutsford has a strong independent restaurant and café culture centred on King Street and Princess Street. The town is served by Knutsford railway station on the Altrincham–Chester line, with connections to Manchester Piccadilly via Altrincham in approximately 35 minutes.

Postcode: WA16 Tatton Park: 1.5 miles Station: Knutsford Historic: Georgian market town

Alderley Edge — Average Sold Price by Year

Source: HM Land Registry · CMI Analysis
Year Avg Sold Price Detached Semi-Detached YoY Change
2025 (Q2) £845,000 £1,400,000 £620,000 +6.3%
2024 £795,000 £1,310,000 £585,000 +3.2%
2023 £770,000 £1,270,000 £560,000 -1.8%
2022 £784,000 £1,295,000 £572,000 +12.4%
2021 £697,000 £1,150,000 £508,000 +8.9%
2020 £640,000 £1,055,000 £467,000 +2.1%
2019 £627,000 £1,032,000 £457,000 -0.6%
2018 £631,000 £1,040,000 £461,000 +1.4%

Current Average Prices — Area Comparison

Q2 2025 · Avg Sold
Prestbury
£920k
+1.8%
Alderley Edge
£845k
+3.2%
Wilmslow
£590k
+2.4%
Knutsford
£465k
+0.9%
Macclesfield
£285k
-0.4%
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Alderley Edge
5,200
Population
Small affluent village. High owner-occupancy rate. Above-average household income.
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Wilmslow
24,000
Population
Largest Golden Triangle town. Strong commuter demographic. High professional workforce.
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Prestbury
3,400
Population
Small village. Very low turnover. Established high-net-worth community.
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Knutsford
13,000
Population
Historic market town. Mixed demographic. Strong independent business culture.
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Macclesfield
53,000
Population
Largest town in Cheshire East by population. Diverse demographic. Good transport links.
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Cheshire East
390,000
Total Population
Unitary authority covering the full area. One of England's most affluent local authorities.
From Alderley Edge
Manchester City Centre
14 mi road 25 min train
Manchester Airport
6 mi road 15 min drive
London Euston
185 mi road ~2h 10m train
Wilmslow
2.5 mi road 5 min drive
Prestbury
4 mi road 10 min drive
From Wilmslow
Manchester City Centre
12 mi road 20 min train
Manchester Airport
4 mi road 10 min drive
London Euston
183 mi road ~1h 50m train
Alderley Edge
2.5 mi road 5 min drive
Knutsford
6 mi road 12 min drive

Businesses Indexed by Area

CMI Directory · Q2 2025
Macclesfield
282 businesses
+8 this month
Wilmslow
218 businesses
+3 this month
Knutsford
156 businesses
+1 this month
Alderley Edge
124 businesses
+0 this month
Prestbury
67 businesses
+0 this month
What is the population of Alderley Edge? +
Alderley Edge has a population of approximately 5,200 residents. It is a small but highly affluent village in Cheshire East, with a high proportion of owner-occupied properties and above-average household incomes relative to the national average. Despite its small size it is one of the most widely recognised addresses in the North West of England.
What postcode is Alderley Edge? +
Alderley Edge uses the postcode district SK9, with the village centre and most residential addresses falling within SK9 7. The broader SK9 postcode district also covers parts of Wilmslow and surrounding areas. For the purposes of property data, Alderley Edge is typically defined by the SK9 7 sector.
How far is Alderley Edge from Manchester? +
Alderley Edge is approximately 14 miles south of Manchester city centre. By train, the journey from Alderley Edge station to Manchester Piccadilly takes approximately 25–30 minutes on the Manchester–Crewe line. By road via the A34 or A34/M56, the journey typically takes 30–45 minutes depending on traffic. Manchester Airport is approximately 6 miles from Alderley Edge, roughly 15 minutes by car.
What is the population of Wilmslow? +
Wilmslow has a population of approximately 24,000 residents, making it the largest town in the Cheshire Golden Triangle. It is consistently ranked among the most affluent towns in the North West of England, with median household incomes significantly above the national average. The town has a strong commuter demographic due to its excellent rail connections to Manchester and London.
What postcode is Prestbury? +
Prestbury uses the postcode district SK10, with most of the village falling within SK10 4. Prestbury is located approximately 2 miles north of Macclesfield and 4 miles east of Wilmslow in Cheshire East. It is the highest average property price area in Cheshire, with average sold prices of approximately £920,000 as of Q2 2025.
What county is Knutsford in? +
Knutsford is in the county of Cheshire, within the local government district of Cheshire East. Its postcode is WA16. It is a historic market town located approximately 16 miles southwest of Manchester city centre, known for its Georgian architecture, independent retail, and proximity to Tatton Park.
What is the Golden Triangle in Cheshire? +
The Cheshire Golden Triangle is the colloquial name for the premium residential area formed by the three towns of Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, and Prestbury in northeast Cheshire. The area consistently achieves the highest property prices in the North West of England outside central Manchester, and is characterised by large detached homes, excellent schools, luxury retail, and a high concentration of wealthy professional and business owner residents. Average sold prices across the triangle range from £590,000 in Wilmslow to £920,000 in Prestbury as of Q2 2025.