61 Rainow Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10
- Use Class
- Use Class: E
Key Features
- Development Potential
- Prominent Location
Description
For Sale
61 Rainow Road
Higher Hurdsfield
Macclesfield SK10 2PD
Preliminary Details
Description:
Formerly a public house, this property presents a redevelopment opportunity, suitable for residential transformation (subject to planning consent). Following fire damage the roof of the premises has been reinstated, the building is now available for purchase and would benefit from a thoughtful redevelopment scheme. Initial feasibility assessments suggest that the site is suitable for the construction of four modern, three-bedroom townhouses, catering to growing demand for family-oriented residential homes in the area.
The existing structure occupies an attractive location with additional land extending to the rear. The site benefits from vehicular access to the rear further along Rainow Road. The surrounding area is predominantly residential, with a mix of period and contemporary homes.
Further information including site plans etc. is available on request.
Location:
61 Rainow Road is located in Macclesfield, a historic market town on the edge of the Cheshire Plain, just 1.5 miles from the Macclesfield town centre. This property is situated on the edge the picturesque Peak District National Park, making it ideal for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits and the stunning landscapes of the Peaks.
Macclesfield is a popular choice for families and professionals, offering an array of excellent schools, local amenities, and a strong community atmosphere. The local demographics reflect a balanced mix of families, young professionals, and retirees, creating a diverse and welcoming neighbourhood. Macclesfield Railway Station provides direct services to Manchester and London, further boosting the appeal for commuters.
Key Features:
Development Potential: Planning permission would allow for a redevelopment scheme, ideally suited for four three-bedroom townhouses.
Size: Generous plot with additional land to the rear.
Access: Convenient vehicular access to the rear of the property from Rainow Road.
Price: Offers in the region of £425,000 exclusive.
Planning Information:
Redevelopment is subject to planning consent. Prospective buyers are encouraged to consult with local planning authority Cheshire East to explore the potential of this property as a residential development site.
Viewing Arrangements:
Viewings are strictly by appointment only. For further details or to arrange a site visit, please contact the Chris Stubbs.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
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- Date Posted
- 2026-07-18
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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Rights & Restrictions
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Hurdsfield Community Primary School and Nursery655 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 178
- Type
- Academy converter
- Puss Bank School and Nursery0.8 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 409
- Type
- Academy converter
- Marlborough Primary School1.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 405
- Type
- Academy converter
- Rainow Primary School1.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 194
- Type
- Community school
- Bollinbrook CofE (A) Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 107
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Tytherington School1.1 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,421
- Type
- Academy converter
- All Hallows Catholic College1.9 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,216
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- The Macclesfield Academy2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 614
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- The Fallibroome Academy2.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,532
- Type
- Academy converter
- Poynton High School5.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,467
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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Greenham Commercial Ltd, Macclesfield
11 Market Place, Macclesfield, SK10 1EB
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