Renfrew Close is in Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK10 3ER is located in the Broken Cross and Upton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Renfrew Close, Macclesfield, SK10 3ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK10 3ES, SK10 3EF, SK10 3EE, SK10 3HR, SK10 4AB, SK10 3ED, SK10 3EP, SK10 3HL, SK10 3DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK10 3ER, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 52.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 SK10 3ER, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.2% 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 | 38.2% | 49.2% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 28.8% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4% | 5.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 12.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 3.4% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 44.1% | 43.2% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 32.1% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 16.7% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 24.7% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 9.8% | -11.5% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 17.9% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 19.1% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 21.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.6% | 89.7% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 94.9% | 90.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 91.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.5% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28.9% | 13.5% | 15.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Renfrew Close was 112.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.5% higher than the Broken Cross and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Renfrew Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Broken Cross and Upton and the 193rd highest crime rate of 1,262 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Renfrew Close, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2026-02-06 | £134,000 |
| 5 Renfrew Close, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2025-12-19 | £210,353 |
| 5 Renfrew Close, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-07-15 | £190,740 |
| 10 Renfrew Close, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2022-05-20 | £162,886 |
| 21 Renfrew Close, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £4,273,354 | 2020-02-19 | £5,227,598 |
SK10 3ER 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 | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upton Priory Junior School Berwick Close , Off Prestbury Road SK10 3ED | - not rated | 168 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Priory Nursery and Infant School Berwick Close , SK10 3ED | - not rated | 168 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Priory School Berwick Close , Off Prestbury Road SK10 3ED | 3out of 4 | 168 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Priory School Berwick Close , Off Prestbury Road SK10 3ED | - not rated | 168 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School Priory Lane , SK10 3HJ | - not rated | 635 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fallibroome Academy Priory Lane , Upton SK10 4AF | 3out of 4 | 534 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fallibroome High School Priory Lane , Upton SK10 4AF | - not rated | 534 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue , SK11 8LB | - not rated | 1,932 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue , SK11 8LB | - not rated | 1,932 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tytherington High School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | - not rated | 1,989 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macclesfield College Park Lane , SK11 8LF | - not rated | 2,654 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Education Unit Macclesfield Young Peoples Unit , Victoria Road SK10 3JF | - not rated | 899 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School In Macclesfield Alderley Road , Prestbury SK10 4SP | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Macclesfield Preparatory School 142 Chester Road , SK11 8PX | - not rated | 1,642 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Hall School Beech Hall Drive , Tytherington SK10 2EG | - not rated | 1,724 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bride's School 154 Cumberland Street , SK10 1BP | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttylicious/ Shake "n" Bake | 10-11 Westmorland Close | 290 yd | |
| Taste for Life Macclesfield | Macclesfield Leisure Centre, Priory Lane | 399 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elaichi Takeaway | 14 Westmorland Close | 279 yd | |
| Upton Fish & Chips | 6 Westmorland Close | 304 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lanark Walk (Closed) Church Way | grass pitches | 350 yd |
| Macclesfield Rufc (Priory Park) PRIORY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Fallibroome Academy PRIORY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 534 yd |
| Macclesfield Leisure Centre PRIORY LANE | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 604 yd |
| St Albans Catholic Primary School PRIORY LANE | grass pitches | 635 yd |
| The Kings School (Derby Playing Fields) Alderley Road | grass pitches | 678 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 | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.