Guildford Close is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK1 4PY is located in the Manor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Guildford Close, Stockport, SK1 4PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK2 6DS, SK1 4PX, SK1 4PT, SK1 4PU, SK1 4NT, SK2 6AB, SK1 4QA, SK2 6AD, SK2 6DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK1 4PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.3% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.7% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SK1 4PY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.6% | 42.4% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 39.5% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 11.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 4.1% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 47.5% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 30.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 15.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.7% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 17.7% | -11.8% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 10.3% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.6% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 25.9% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 9.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 21.4% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.3% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Guildford Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Brinnington & Stockport Central average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Guildford Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-01-29 | £205,842 |
| 2 Guildford Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2017-12-08 | £130,494 |
| 5 Guildford Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £32,927 | 2007-05-23 | £57,274 |
SK1 4PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,212 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 2,752 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,280 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 4,429 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banks Lane Infant School Hempshaw Lane , Offerton SK1 4PR | 4out of 4 | 188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks Lane Junior School Hempshaw Lane , SK1 4PR | 2out of 4 | 188 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Primary School Buxton Road , Heaviley SK2 6NX | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Stockport Marriott Street , SK1 3PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vernon Park Primary School Peak Street , SK1 2NF | 4out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 2,823 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | 3out of 4 | 2,980 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 3,153 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Roman Catholic High School, A Voluntary Academy Glenfield Road , Heaton Chapel SK4 2QP | - not rated | 3,276 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 730 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 5,131 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulme Hall Grammar School Beech Avenue , Stockport SK3 8HA | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Grammar School Buxton Road , SK2 7AF | - not rated | 1,434 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Stockport Belgrave House , 211 Chestergate SK3 0AN | - not rated | 2,233 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connor's Cakebox | 200 Hall Street, Offerton | 457 yd | |
| Zaynies | 508 Hempshaw Lane, Offerton | 473 yd | |
| The Emigration | 166 Hall Street, Offerton | 499 yd | |
| Puss In Boots | Nangreave Road, Heaviley | 572 yd | |
| Victoria Bowling Club | Webb Lane, Offerton | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WN Trading Ltd T/A The FingerPost | Finger Post Hotel, 434 Hempshaw Lane | 132 yd | |
| Gardeners Arms | Little Street, Offerton | 379 yd | |
| Stawberry Gardens | Strawberry Gardens, 84 Offerton Lane | 478 yd | |
| The Victoria | Victoria Hotel, 125 Hall Street | 643 yd | |
| Duke Of York | 113 Buxton Road, Heaviley | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Red | 504 Hempshaw Lane, Offerton | 473 yd | |
| Deenz Grill | 176 Hall Street, Offerton | 499 yd | |
| MQ Pizza And Grill House | 140 Nangreave Road, Heaviley | 571 yd | |
| Posh Nosh | 142 Nangreave Road, Heaviley | 571 yd | |
| The Sandwich Stop | 135 Hall Street, Offerton | 643 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Op | 156-160 Hall Street, Offerton | 579 yd | |
| N J R Mini Market | 200 Lowndes Lane, Offerton | 666 yd | |
| Nisha Off Licence / Grocer | 12 Ludlow Road, Offerton | 750 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | Lidl Uk Gmbh, 114 Hempshaw Lane | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stockport Lads Club (Closed) Hempshaw Lane | grass pitches | 114 yd |
| Stockport Lads Club HEMPSHAW LANE | grass pitches | 115 yd |
| Banks Lane Junior School HULME STREET | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Stockport) DIALSTONE LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 397 yd |
| St Thomas Recreation Ground ST THOMAS PARK ST THOMAS PARK HEMPSHAW LANE | cycling, grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Hillcrest Playing Fields HILLCREST PLAYING FIELDS HILLCREST PLAYING FIELDS HILLCREST ROAD | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Pure Gym (Stockport) VICTORIA WORKS VICTORIA WORKS HEMPSHAW LANE | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Aquinas College NANGREAVE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 895 yd |
| Woodlands Park WOODLANDS RECREATION GROUND WOODLANDS RECREATION GROUND WOODLANDS DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,003 yd |
| Stockport Grammar School Playing Fields DIALSTONE LANE | grass pitches | 1,046 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 49.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.