Bluebell Lane is in Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK10 2JL is located in the Macclesfield Tytherington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bluebell Lane, Macclesfield, SK10 2JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK10 2JT, SK10 2JN, SK10 2WR, SK10 2WG, SK10 2LG, SK10 2TY, SK10 2GG, SK10 2TT, SK10 2LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK10 2JL 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 | 52.1% | 50.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.7% | 1.8% | 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 vicinity of SK10 2JL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.4% | 24.9% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.7% | 59.5% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 6.6% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 63% | 59.6% | -3.4% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 27.3% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 5.2% | 11.6% | 6.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around SK10 2JL this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 6.3% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 14.6% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 18.1% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.1% | 47.4% | -3.7% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.9% | 97.4% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 94.8% | 93.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 93.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bluebell Lane was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.0% lower than the Macclesfield Tytherington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bluebell Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Macclesfield Tytherington and the 94th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Bluebell Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £398,800 | 2024-09-20 | £420,956 |
| 19 Bluebell Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-08-26 | £666,937 |
| 18 Bluebell Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2022-08-26 | £264,552 |
| 20 Bluebell Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-02-15 | £306,447 |
| 16 Bluebell Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2021-12-03 | £412,242 |
SK10 2JL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK10 2JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Primary School Tytherington Drive , Tytherington SK10 2HJ | 3out of 4 | 560 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bollinbrook CofE Primary School Abbey Road , SK10 3AT | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurdsfield Community Primary School Hulley Road , SK10 2LW | 2out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Priory School Berwick Close , Off Prestbury Road SK10 3ED | 3out of 4 | 1,838 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkroyal Community School Lyon Street , SK11 6QX | 3out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tytherington School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | 3out of 4 | 688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fallibroome Academy Priory Lane , Upton SK10 4AF | 4out of 4 | 2,332 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue , SK11 8LB | 4out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Macclesfield Academy Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 2out of 4 | 2,750 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macclesfield College Park Lane , SK11 8LF | - not rated | 2,969 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech Hall School Beech Hall Drive , Tytherington SK10 2EG | - not rated | 610 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fermain Academy Beswick Street , SK11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 2,284 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School In Macclesfield Alderley Road , Prestbury SK10 4SP | - not rated | 2,637 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane School Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 4out of 4 | 3,016 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnfield Independent School C/O Arnfield Care Ltd , Manchester Road SK13 1NE | - not rated | 3,310 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tytherington Club | The Tytherington Club Bungalow, Dorchester Way | 599 yd | |
| Substation Cafe | Unit B, Queens Court, Queens Avenue | 1,023 yd | |
| Brunchbox Cafe macc limited | 106 Westminster Road | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brocklehurst Arms | Brocklehurst Arms, 40 Manchester Road | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok 2 Go | 12a Tytherington Shopping Centre, Brocklehurst Way | 175 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant Ltd | Hulley Road | 859 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Unit 4 Barracks Mill Retail Park, The Silk Road | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Primary School TYTHERINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Beech Hall School BEECH HALL DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 585 yd |
| Tytherington School MANCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 619 yd |
| Tytherington Pitches RUGBY DRIVE | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Pack Horse Bowling Club ABBEY ROAD | 977 yd | |
| The Tytherington Golf & Country Club MANCHESTER ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 979 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.