Map & location
Overview
SK10 1DX sits within the commercial and civic core of Macclesfield, a thriving market town in Cheshire East with a population of around 55,000. The postcode encompasses the area around the historic Market Place and the pedestrianised shopping streets of Chestergate and Mill Street, where independent retailers, cafés and high-street names sit alongside Georgian and Victorian architecture that reflects the town's prosperous silk-weaving past.
The surrounding streets blend retail, office and residential uses. The Silk Road — a reference to the town's textile heritage — runs nearby, and the wider SK10 district stretches out to include leafy suburbs such as Prestbury and Bollington. This central postcode enjoys easy access to the town's main amenities, including the market hall, public library and council services, all within comfortable walking distance.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £288,000, around 26% below the wider SK10 district average of £388,390 (HM Land Registry, 435 recent sales).
Getting here
Macclesfield town centre is well served by bus routes connecting to surrounding suburbs and to Stockport, Congleton and Wilmslow. Several bus stops are located on or close to Chestergate and the Silk Road, providing regular links throughout the day. The town has a mainline rail station a short walk south-west of the town centre, offering services towards Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent and beyond. By road, the A523 and A537 converge on the town, and the M6 motorway at junction 17 is approximately 9 miles to the west. The area is largely walkable and flat around the market core, though the surrounding town is hilly in parts.
What it's famous for
Macclesfield is internationally recognised as a silk town; at its Victorian peak it was one of Europe's leading producers of silk fabric and ribbons. The Macclesfield Silk Museum and the nearby Paradise Mill heritage site keep this legacy alive. The town is also the birthplace of Ian Curtis, the late frontman of Joy Division, and a blue plaque in the town honours his memory. Macclesfield FC (the Silkmen) and the town's strong non-conformist chapel culture are also notable parts of local identity. The surrounding countryside, edging into the Peak District National Park, draws walkers and cyclists throughout the year.
Services & facilities
Local authority services, council tax and planning enquiries
Full post office and banking services on Chestergate
Public library with computer access and community events
Regular indoor and outdoor market in the historic Market Place
Civic venue hosting council meetings and public events
Tourist attractions
Award-winning museum celebrating the town's silk heritage
~300 mRestored Victorian silk-weaving mill with working Jacquard looms
~400 mVictorian public park with bandstand, bowling greens and gardens
~500 mMedieval parish church overlooking the town centre
~200 mCovered shopping mall with high-street and independent stores
~150 mListed Victorian town hall hosting civic and cultural events
~100 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
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~300 mPharmacies
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~300 mDentists
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Schools & universities
The nearest school, Parkroyal Community School, is ~700 m away.
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~1.0 kmFree schools alternative provision
~1.1 kmOther independent school
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Businesses & shops
Mix of national chains and independent shops on the main retail street
Solicitors, accountants and financial advisers clustered near Market Place
Wide range of eateries serving the town centre lunchtime and evening trade
Former mill buildings now converted to offices, studios and apartments
Gyms & leisure
Expansive Victorian park popular for walks and weekend events
~500 mSwimming pool, gym and sports hall facilities for residents
~600 mSeveral traditional and contemporary pubs around the Market Place
~100 mHistoric country house with gardens open to visitors
~5 milesPopular woodland walking and cycling destination on the town's doorstep
~3 milesService providers
Fibre-to-the-cabinet broadband widely available across SK10 1
Cable broadband coverage present in much of central Macclesfield
All four major networks provide 4G and 5G coverage in the town centre
Electricity and gas distribution for this postcode area
Residential & community
Period terraced housing on streets such as Church Street and Cumberland Street
Former silk mill buildings converted into loft-style apartments
Modern flatted developments providing rental and owner-occupier housing
Affluent commuter villages within the wider SK10 district
Transport
Train & Tube
Waters Green
Macclesfield
Macclesfield Rail Station
Macclesfield
Bus Station
Macclesfield
Macclesfield Bus Station
Macclesfield
Bus stops
Chestergate Bus Stop
Frequent services to Stockport, Wilmslow and Congleton town centre
Silk Road Interchange
Main bus interchange serving multiple routes through Macclesfield
Market Place Stop
Local circular and connecting services around the town
Cycle hire
Macclesfield Canal Towpath
Off-road cycling route south towards Congleton and north to Bollington
Middlewood Way
Former railway line converted to 11-mile traffic-free cycle trail
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Chestergate Car Park EV Points
Public EV charging bays in the town centre multi-storey
Waters Green EV Chargers
On-street charging points near the station approach road
Defibrillators
Macclesfield Town Hall
Publicly accessible defibrillator mounted on the building exterior
Grosvenor Shopping Centre
AED unit available during shopping centre opening hours
Postboxes & Post Office
Macclesfield Post Office
Full-service post office on Chestergate, central location
Fuel stations
Macclesfield Esso (Waters Green)
Petrol station and convenience store near the rail station
Places of worship
Medieval parish church at the top of the market town hill
~200 mCatholic church serving Macclesfield's congregation
~400 mActive Methodist congregation with community programmes
~350 mLocal mosque serving the Muslim community of Macclesfield
~600 mCrime & safety
Police recorded 253 street-level crimes within about a mile of here in the latest month, most commonly violent Crime.
253 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
Housing & utilities
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing in the town centre
Much of the surrounding residential stock dates from the 19th and early 20th century
Several modern apartment schemes have been developed on former mill sites
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Victorian park and open green within easy walking distance of SK10 1DX
Cheshire East typically records air quality within acceptable limits
Town centre sits on higher ground; River Bollin flows through lower areas
Some daytime traffic and market noise; quieter evenings
FAQs
Where exactly is the SK10 1DX postcode?
SK10 1DX is located in the heart of Macclesfield town centre, in the Cheshire East unitary authority, roughly 18 miles south of Manchester. It covers the area around the historic Market Place, Chestergate and the Grosvenor Shopping Centre.
What is the SK10 1DX area like to live in?
The area combines a busy town centre with strong community spirit and excellent access to the Peak District countryside. Macclesfield has a mix of period and modern housing, good local amenities and a rich cultural heritage rooted in the silk industry. It is popular with commuters working in Manchester and with families seeking a market-town feel.
Which council covers SK10 1DX?
SK10 1DX falls within Cheshire East Council, a unitary authority responsible for all local government services including planning, waste collection and highways. The ward is Macclesfield Town.
Which parliamentary constituency is SK10 1DX in?
SK10 1DX is within the Macclesfield parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near SK10 1DX?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the SK10 1DX area. See the Schools section above for the nearest options, along with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What are the transport links like for SK10 1DX?
The town centre has good bus connections to Stockport, Wilmslow, Congleton and local suburbs. A mainline rail station provides services towards Manchester and the Midlands. By road, the A523 and A537 give quick access to the M6 and A34.
What is Macclesfield famous for?
Macclesfield is famous for its silk-weaving heritage — it was one of Britain's most important silk towns in the 19th century. It is also the birthplace of Ian Curtis of Joy Division, and the Silk Museum and Paradise Mill preserve the town's textile history. The surrounding countryside on the fringe of the Peak District is popular with walkers.
What amenities are available near SK10 1DX?
The postcode is surrounded by a full range of town-centre amenities including the Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Macclesfield Market, the public library, South Park, and a variety of cafés, restaurants and pubs. Healthcare facilities, the leisure centre and council services are all within easy walking or cycling distance.
Useful links
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