Greendale Lane is in Mottram St Andrew, Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK10 4AY is located in the Prestbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greendale Lane, Mottram St Andrew, Macclesfield, SK10 4AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK10 4AY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 48.8% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49% | 51.2% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 4AY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 75.4% 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 | 13.7% | 14.9% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -23.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 77% | 75.4% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 31.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (93.6%) 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 | 60.2% | 68.4% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 20.0% |
| Good health | 29% | 25.2% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -8.4% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 4.6% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -8.1% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 4AY this area, 6.6% 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 58.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 6.6% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 4.9% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 8.8% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 14.6% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.4% | 58.8% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 25.0% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 94% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 96.7% | 93.2% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.1% | 76.7% | 18.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greendale Lane was 3.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.6% lower than the Poynton West and Adlington average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Greendale Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Poynton West and Adlington and the 21st lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Greendale Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £910,000 | 2025-04-14 | £933,702 |
| Hartforth Barn Greendale Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £1,480,000 | 2022-05-04 | £1,727,450 |
| Cashmere Barn Greendale Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2022-03-31 | £1,780,947 |
| Copse Green Barn Greendale Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2021-09-02 | £1,789,340 |
| Woodend Farm House Greendale Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £1,825,000 | 2021-06-30 | £2,246,624 |
SK10 4AY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SK10 4AY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK10 4AY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestbury CofE Primary School Bollin Grove , Prestbury SK10 4JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mottram St Andrew Primary Academy Priest Lane , Mottram St Andrew SK10 4QL | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Priory School Berwick Close , Off Prestbury Road SK10 3ED | 3out of 4 | 3,155 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bollington Cross CofE Primary School Bollington Road , Bollington SK10 5EG | 3out of 4 | 3,643 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Priory Lane , SK10 3HJ | 4out of 4 | 3,847 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4out of 4 | 3,238 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tytherington School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | 3out of 4 | 4,429 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue , SK11 8LB | 4out of 4 | 5,230 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilmslow High School Holly Road , SK9 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 5,459 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King's School In Macclesfield Alderley Road , Prestbury SK10 4SP | - not rated | 2,373 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Hall School Beech Hall Drive , Tytherington SK10 2EG | - not rated | 4,235 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden School 76 Chelford Road , SK10 3LQ | - not rated | 4,562 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnfield Independent School C/O Arnfield Care Ltd , Manchester Road SK13 1NE | - not rated | 4,605 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderley Edge School for Girls Wilmslow Road , SK9 7QE | - not rated | 5,181 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bulls Head | Wilmslow Road | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prestbury Parish Ground BOLLIN GROVE | grass pitches | 1,016 yd |
| Prestbury Tennis Club BOLLIN GROVE | tennis courts | 1,089 yd |
| Prestbury Squash Club SQUASH RACKETS CLUB SQUASH RACKETS CLUB BOLLIN GROVE | squash courts | 1,093 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 10.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 10.0% |
| Median download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 344 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 46.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.