About Brookhouse

Brookhouse is a small settlement located in Cheshire, within the SK10 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with a mix of traditional farmhouses and modern homes. The village is close to the River Bollin, which runs through the landscape and contributes to the local scenery. There are several walking paths nearby, offering access to the surrounding fields and woodlands. Brookhouse is part of the wider Macclesfield area and benefits from good road connections to nearby towns and cities. The community is small but active, with local events and gatherings taking place throughout the year. The area is known for its strong sense of local identity and longstanding rural traditions.

School Ratings in Brookhouse

Brookhouse is served by 40 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brookhouse

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 Brookhouse

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Brookhouse, with 66 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brookhouse

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brookhouse 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 Brookhouse

Most properties in Brookhouse 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

26 Primary
5 Secondary
9 Other
Rainow Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Hurdsfield Community Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.2 miles Bollington St John's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Marlborough Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Puss Bank School and Nursery Primary Good 1.6 miles Bollington Cross CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Dean Valley Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Tytherington School Secondary 1.8 miles Beech Hall School 2 miles Pott Shrigley CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Bollinbrook CofE (A) Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Parkroyal Community School Primary Good 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brookhouse IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brookhouse 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 Brookhouse 377 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Brookhouse is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

154 Violence & Sexual Offences
66 Shoplifting
35 Public Order
23 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Drugs
15 Vehicle Crime
11 Other Theft
10 Weapons
9 Other Crime
6 Bicycle Theft
6 Burglary
3 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Cheshire Macclesfield East and Sutton 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

Prestbury Train Station 2.8 miles
Adlington (Cheshire) Train Station 3.6 miles
Whaley Bridge Train Station 5.5 miles
Disley Train Station 5.9 miles
New Mills Newtown Train Station 6.6 miles
Alderley Edge Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tower Hill 0 yards Kerridge-end 0 yards Calrofold 0.6 miles Ginclough 0.9 miles Rainow 0.9 miles Higher Hurdsfield 0.9 miles Kerridge 0.9 miles Hurdsfield 1.4 miles Walker Barn 1.4 miles Rainowlow 1.4 miles Bollington 1.4 miles Bollington Cross 1.8 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