The top 5 most expensive places to live in the North West
The North West has a lot to offer, including the Lake District and the Pennines, plus you can enjoy strong transport links and cultural attractions.
Over the last year, the average property price was £241,723, although, in some areas, you’ll need more than £1 million to buy a home.
Rightmove has revealed the priciest areas to live in the North West based on average asking prices as of May 2023.
Where are the most expensive areas to buy in the North West?
Many of the locations below are in the ‘Golden Triangle,’ an area in Cheshire consisting of affluent small towns and villages.
| Area | Average asking price |
|---|---|
| Prestbury | £1.37 million |
| Hale Barns | £1.22 million |
| Bowdon | £1.02 million |
| Alderley Edge | £903,938 |
| Hale | £766,454 |
Prestbury
Prestbury is a village in Cheshire that sits astride the River Bollin and features many historic, listed buildings. It has an average asking price of £1.37 million.
The village is surrounded by countryside and is a short drive from the Peak District National Park, making it ideal for families.
Prestbury is only a half hour from Manchester and an hour and 15 minutes from Sheffield by public transport.
Hale Barns
The second most expensive place to live in the North West is the village of Hale Barns, with an average asking price of £1.22 million.
Hale Barns is one of the wealthiest parts of the country, with many upmarket local restaurants and shops. It is around 45 minutes from Manchester.
Bowdon
Less than a 10-minute drive from Hale Barns is the village of Bowdon, which has an average asking price of £1.02 million.
It’s popular with footballers such as Marcus Rashford due to its proximity to Manchester United’s training grounds.
Alderley Edge
Next on the list is Alderley Edge, a Cheshire village with an average asking price of £903,938. The village is a half-hour journey to Manchester by train.
The area offers amazing views over the Cheshire Plain and Peak District, as well as many independent shops and eateries.
Hale
Hale is a village only a few minutes drive from Hale Barns, but you can buy a home for under £1 million. It has an average asking price of £766,454.
Like other affluent areas on this list, it has several local bars, restaurants and shops but is only half an hour from Manchester.
If you’re looking for your dream home, it’s a good idea to look beyond the price you’ll pay.
It’s worth considering what you want from your property and whether it’s right for you.
Unbiased can match you with a mortgage broker that can help you find the best mortgage based on your personal circumstances.
See also:
The cheapest places to live in the North West
The most expensive places to live in Yorkshire
The most expensive places to live in Scotland
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