Birtles Lane is in Over Alderley, Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK10 4RY 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 Birtles Lane, Over Alderley, Macclesfield, SK10 4RY 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 local area around SK10 4RY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 50.5% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.2% | 49.5% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SK10 4RY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 18.9% | 23.4% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.4% | 61.3% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.2% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 (89.5%) 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 | 52.8% | 60.9% | 8.1% | 48.4% | 12.5% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 28.6% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 7.8% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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 4RY this area, 6.9% 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 | 13.9% | 6.9% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 6.9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 13.7% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.7% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 18.4% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.6% | 47.4% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.2% | 94.3% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 96.2% | 93% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 76.7% | 17.1% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 66.5% | 46.2% | 20.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birtles Lane was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% higher than the Bollington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birtles Lane has the 19th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Bollington and the 592nd highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Lea Birtles Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2015-11-19 | £819,658 |
| Oak Lea Birtles Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2003-06-06 | £1,053,391 |
SK10 4RY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 4RY 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.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whirley Primary School Whirley Road , Broken Cross SK10 3JL | 3out of 4 | 2,307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Alderley Primary School Bradford Lane , Nether Alderley SK10 4TR | 3out of 4 | 3,055 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Priory School Berwick Close , Off Prestbury Road SK10 3ED | 3out of 4 | 3,132 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Priory Lane , SK10 3HJ | 4out of 4 | 3,210 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mottram St Andrew Primary Academy Priest Lane , Mottram St Andrew SK10 4QL | 3out of 4 | 3,399 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 2,720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue , SK11 8LB | 4out of 4 | 4,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Macclesfield Academy Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 2out of 4 | 5,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tytherington School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | 3out of 4 | 5,202 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,302 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,264 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden School 76 Chelford Road , SK10 3LQ | - not rated | 2,825 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderley Edge School for Girls Wilmslow Road , SK9 7QE | - not rated | 4,607 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Ryleys School Ryleys Lane , SK9 7UY | - not rated | 4,617 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fermain Academy Beswick Street , SK11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 4,887 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.