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New Homes in Congleton

Cheshire market town — Manchester in 40 minutes by car

Congleton is a historic Cheshire market town with excellent commuter links to Macclesfield, Crewe, Stoke and Manchester. Active schemes include Bloor Homes' Thorsten Fields (£234,000-£459,995), Bellway's Somerford Gate (£120,000 to £442,995 across 1-5 bedrooms and bungalows), Seddon Homes' The Moorings and Miller Homes' Congleton developments. Two Ofsted Outstanding primary schools (Saint Mary's Catholic and Buglawton).

4 active developments From £120k Cheshire

Featured developments in Congleton

Congleton property market in 2026

Average property price
£295,000
First-time buyer entry
1-bed homes from £120,000 (Somerford Gate)
New build premium
2-bed homes from c. £210k; 5-bed detached up to £459k

Congleton provides excellent value compared to nearby Macclesfield, Sandbach and Holmes Chapel while still offering 40-minute Manchester commutability. Bellway's Somerford Gate alone offers entry-level homes from £120,000 — exceptionally accessible for Cheshire.

Why buy a new home in Congleton?

  • Manchester in 40 minutes by car
  • M6 J17 / J18 just 10 minutes away
  • Two Ofsted Outstanding primary schools
  • Cheaper than Macclesfield, Sandbach or Holmes Chapel
  • Peak District National Park within 30 minutes

Transport & commuting

Congleton station offers Northern services to Manchester Piccadilly in around 40 minutes. The M6 J17 / J18 is just 10 minutes away by car for fast access to Birmingham and Lancashire.

DestinationTimeMode
Manchester Piccadilly~40mNorthern
Macclesfield~15mCar
Crewe~25mCar
Peak District (Buxton)~30mCar

Schools in Congleton

Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School and Buglawton Primary School are both rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Eaton Bank Academy offers education up to sixth form, just 4 minutes' drive from most developments.

  • Saint Mary's Catholic Primary (Outstanding)
  • Buglawton Primary (Outstanding)
  • Eaton Bank Academy (secondary, up to sixth form)
  • Congleton High School
  • Macclesfield College (FE, 15 mins)

Major new-build schemes in Congleton

Thorsten Fields

Developer: Bloor Homes

A Bloor Homes scheme of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes ranging from £234,000 to £459,995.

Somerford Gate

Developer: Bellway

Bellway's exceptionally accessible scheme — 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom homes and bungalows from £120,000 to £442,995.

The Moorings

Developer: Seddon Homes

A modern Seddon Homes development of 2, 3, 4 & 5-bedroom semi-detached and detached houses.

Hudson Meadows

Developer: Bloor Homes

A second Bloor Homes scheme in Congleton offering family homes with quality landscaping.

Things to do in Congleton

  • Astbury Mere Country Park
  • Little Moreton Hall (National Trust)
  • Peak District National Park (30 mins)
  • Jodrell Bank Observatory (15 mins)
  • Macclesfield Forest (20 mins)

Frequently asked questions about new homes in Congleton

How much do new homes in Congleton cost?

Bellway's Somerford Gate offers exceptionally accessible pricing from £120,000 for a 1-bedroom up to £442,995 for a 5-bedroom. Bloor's Thorsten Fields ranges £234,000-£459,995. Seddon and Miller also offer competitive family homes.

How long is the train from Congleton to Manchester?

Northern runs direct services from Congleton station to Manchester Piccadilly in around 40 minutes. The M6 J17/J18 is also just 10 minutes away by car.

Are Congleton schools any good?

Yes — Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School and Buglawton Primary School are both rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Eaton Bank Academy offers secondary education up to sixth form.

Last updated: 2026-05-22. Market data sourced from [1] [2] [3]