About Adlington

Adlington is a village located in Cheshire, within the SK10 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the M62 motorway and is situated near the border with Greater Manchester. The village has a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including a primary school, a church, and several community facilities. Adlington is known for its traditional English village character, with a number of historic buildings and a central village green. The area is served by regular bus services and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Knutsford and Macclesfield. The surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking routes and access to the Cheshire countryside. Adlington maintains a strong sense of community and is a popular place for families and commuters alike.

School Ratings in Adlington

Adlington is served by 96 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Adlington

Property prices average £421K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £675K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Adlington

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Adlington, with 41 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Adlington

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Adlington falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Adlington

Most properties in Adlington can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,001 sales

Average Price £421K
£250 — £8.83M
Detached £675K 2,223
Semi £314K 1,451
Terraced £238K 1,975
Flat £258K 948

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

60 Primary
11 Secondary
25 Other
Adlington Primary School Primary 0.8 miles St Paul's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Woodford Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Poynton High School Secondary 1.7 miles Vernon Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.8 miles Worth Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Dean Valley Community Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Lower Park School Primary 2 miles Lostock Hall Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Bollington Cross CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Pott Shrigley CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Prestbury CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Adlington IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Adlington in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,372 Children (0-15) 17%
33,262 Working Age 60%
16,628 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Adlington 313 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Adlington experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

143 Violence & Sexual Offences
41 Public Order
30 Shoplifting
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Drugs
14 Other Theft
10 Other Crime
7 Burglary
7 Vehicle Crime
2 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Cheshire Poynton West and Adlington Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Adlington (Cheshire) Train Station 0.3 miles
Prestbury Train Station 2.1 miles
Bramhall Train Station 3.1 miles
Handforth Train Station 3.9 miles
Hazel Grove Train Station 3.9 miles
Disley Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Skellorn Green 0.9 miles Booth Green 0.9 miles Hope Green 1.2 miles Midway 1.2 miles Wood Lanes 1.4 miles Clark Green 1.4 miles Wardsend 1.4 miles Whiteley Green 1.4 miles Woodford 1.8 miles Butley Town 1.9 miles Bradley Mount 1.9 miles Pott Shrigley 2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire East
Ward Macclesfield Central
Constituency Macclesfield
Parish Macclesfield
Region North West

Streets in SK10 30 shown View all streets

'old' West Park Drive 1 Abbey Road 4 Abbotts Close 1 Adelaide Street 1 Adlington Court 1 Adlington Park 2 Adlington Road 2 Adshead Court 1 Albert Road 3 Alder Court 1 Alderley Road 3 Alders Way 1 Alison Drive 1 Alton Drive 1 Alveston Close 1 Amersham Close 1 Andertons Lane 2 Andrew Grove 2 Appledale 1 Arbour Close 1 Arbour Crescent 1 Arbour Mews 2 Archer Close 1 Ardenbrook Rise 1 Argyll Close 1 Artists Lane 1 Arundel Close 1 Ascot Close 1 Ashbourne Mews 1 Ashbrook Drive 2

Postcodes in SK10 50 shown View all postcodes

SK10 1AA SK10 1AE SK10 1AF SK10 1AG SK10 1AJ SK10 1AN SK10 1AP SK10 1AQ SK10 1AR SK10 1AS SK10 1AT SK10 1AU SK10 1AW SK10 1AX SK10 1AY SK10 1AZ SK10 1BA SK10 1BB SK10 1BD SK10 1BE SK10 1BF SK10 1BG SK10 1BH SK10 1BJ SK10 1BL SK10 1BN SK10 1BP SK10 1BQ SK10 1BR SK10 1BS SK10 1BT SK10 1BW SK10 1BX SK10 1BY SK10 1BZ SK10 1DA SK10 1DD SK10 1DE SK10 1DF SK10 1DG SK10 1DH SK10 1DJ SK10 1DL SK10 1DN SK10 1DQ SK10 1DW SK10 1DY SK10 1DZ SK10 1EA SK10 1EB