Altrincham is a market town in the borough of Trafford, Greater Manchester, with a population of around 52,420 people. Altrincham is located within the boundaries of Cheshire and sits near the banks of the River Mersey. The market town is today an affluent commuter town, though it was once a hub of agriculture rather that business trade. Altrincham sits 8 miles Southwest of Manchester City Centre and 10 miles East of Warrington.
Average local house prices in Altrincham at the time of writing were £497,394, up 5% on the previous year. The majority of house sales in Altrincham during the last year were semi-detached properties, selling for an average price of £434,979. Meanwhile terraced properties sold for an average of £390,120, and detached properties for £931,041.
Altrincham’s socioeconomic development came with the extension of the Bridgewater Canal to Altrincham in 1765 and the subsequent arrival of the railway in 1849, which allowed for the stimulation of industrial activity in the town. Outlying villages and the grounds of Dunham Massey Hall became absorbed into the town by Altrincham’s subsequent growth.
The name Altrincham first appears in text as “Aldringeham”, probably meaning “homestead of Aldhere’s people”. Trafford Council is responsible for the administration of local services, such as education, social services, town planning, waste collection and council housing.
Historically, Altrincham was a market town and the two main areas of employment were agriculture and market trade. The annual fairs that grew in the town lasted until the mid-19th century and the market still continues today.
Modern careers are supported by the railway station which connects Altrincham with nearby Manchester via Stockport, and Chester via Northwich. The local airport, Manchester Airport, is a mere 5 miles from Altrincham town centre.
Local Authority: https://www.trafford.gov.uk