Ball Lane is in Bollington, Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK10 5AF is located in the Bollington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ball Lane, Bollington, Macclesfield, SK10 5AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK10 2XA, SK10 5AA, SK10 5AB, SK10 2ZN, SK10 2GX, SK10 2GZ, SK10 2JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK10 5AF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 52% | 53.8% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 48% | 46.2% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 33.9% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 48.8% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 12.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 2.7% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 49.5% | 57.7% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 9.3% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 29.6% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 10.9% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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 5AF this area, 8.3% 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 44.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.6% | 8.3% | -11.3% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 6.4% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 15.5% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 17.6% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 44.5% | 12.6% | 33.8% | 10.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 92.8% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
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 | 97.5% | 93.2% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ball Lane was 65.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.3% higher than the Bollington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ball Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Bollington and the 391st highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rose Cottages Ball Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2004-04-08 | £373,688 |
| 2 Rose Cottages Ball Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,050 | 2003-04-03 | £239,115 |
| 3 Rose Cottages Ball Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,500 | 1998-11-19 | £283,699 |
SK10 5AF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 5AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 140 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 58 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bollington Cross CofE Primary School Bollington Road , Bollington SK10 5EG | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Primary School Tytherington Drive , Tytherington SK10 2HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,055 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Valley Community Primary School Albert Road , Bollington SK10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Albert Road , Bollington SK10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bollington St John's CofE Primary School Grimshaw Lane , Bollington SK10 5LY | 3out of 4 | 2,044 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,904 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fallibroome Academy Priory Lane , Upton SK10 4AF | 4out of 4 | 3,226 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue , SK11 8LB | 4out of 4 | 3,687 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Macclesfield Academy Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 2out of 4 | 4,066 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 | 4,284 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 | 1,913 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnfield Independent School C/O Arnfield Care Ltd , Manchester Road SK13 1NE | - not rated | 2,084 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School In Macclesfield Alderley Road , Prestbury SK10 4SP | - not rated | 3,179 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fermain Academy Beswick Street , SK11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 3,604 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane School Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 4out of 4 | 4,335 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah's Place | Unit 1, Laurel House | 346 yd | |
| The Tytherington Club | The Tytherington Club Bungalow, Dorchester Way | 733 yd | |
| Sweet Kitchen Cafe | 1a Crossfield Road | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood Park | Springwood Way | 178 yd | |
| The Lord Clyde | Lord Clyde Inn, 36 Clarke Lane | 587 yd | |
| The Cock And Pheasant | The Cock And Pheasant, 15 Bollington Road | 665 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bollington Cross (Atax) HEATH ROAD | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| The Tytherington Golf & Country Club MANCHESTER ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 616 yd |
| Bollington Health And Leisure Centre HEATH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 624 yd |
| Bollington Cross Playing Field Heath Road | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Kerridge Cricket Club KERRIDGE CRICKET CLUB KERRIDGE CRICKET CLUB CLARKE LANE | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Bollington Cross Primary School BOLLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Marlborough Primary School TYTHERINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.