Capesthorne Way is in Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK11 7WD is located in the Macclesfield East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Capesthorne Way, Macclesfield, SK11 7WD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK11 7WA, SK11 7DQ, SK11 7DJ, SK11 7WB, SK11 7EY, SK11 7DL, SK11 7DH, SK11 7DG, SK11 7DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK11 7WD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 52.1% | 52.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 47.9% | 47.2% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 37.6% | 40% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 33.6% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -10.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 14.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 8.8% | 0.4% | 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 | 43.3% | 48.5% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 36% | 31.4% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 14% | 12% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.1% | 19.4% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 10.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14.9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 23.4% | 11.6% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 23.4% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 97.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.9% | 96.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Capesthorne Way was 28.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% lower than the Macclesfield East average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Capesthorne Way has the 6th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Macclesfield East and the 449th lowest crime rate of 1,262 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 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 slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Capesthorne Way, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-03-04 | £229,380 |
| 6 Capesthorne Way, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2015-04-27 | £242,187 |
| 4 Capesthorne Way, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2010-12-03 | £259,169 |
| 6 Capesthorne Way, Macclesfield, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2005-04-15 | £267,765 |
| 8 Capesthorne Way, Macclesfield, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £141,500 | 2004-08-26 | £281,687 |
SK11 7WD 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puss Bank Junior School Barracks Lane , Off Buxton Road SK10 1QJ | - not rated | 427 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Puss Bank School and Nursery Barracks Lane , SK10 1QJ | 3out of 4 | 427 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Puss Bank Nursery and Infant School Barracks Lane , Off Buxton Road SK10 1QJ | - not rated | 427 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Puss Bank School Barracks Lane , SK10 1QJ | - not rated | 427 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Barnabas CofE Primary School Byron Street , SK11 7QA | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryles Park High School Ryles Park Road , SK11 8AJ | - not rated | 1,930 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Macclesfield Academy Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 2out of 4 | 2,045 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | More About School | |
| Tytherington High School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tytherington School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Macclesfield High School Park Lane , SK11 8JR | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,147 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Pre-Preparatory School Springfield House , Spring Gardens SK10 2AP | - not rated | 1,632 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bride's School 154 Cumberland Street , SK10 1BP | - not rated | 1,871 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fermain Academy Beswick Street , SK11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 2,095 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Macclesfield Preparatory School 142 Chester Road , SK11 8PX | - not rated | 2,199 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Hall School Beech Hall Drive , Tytherington SK10 2EG | - not rated | 2,245 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yas Bean | 219 Buxton Road | 349 yd | |
| Tommys Bar and Pizza | 207 Buxton Road | 372 yd | |
| The Bridges | Buxton Road | 557 yd | |
| Chilli Banana Thai Restaurant | 59 Buxton Road | 847 yd | |
| S4A Cafe | 15-17 Mill Lane | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puss In Boots | 198 Buxton Road | 331 yd | |
| The Wharf Inn | Wharf Inn, 107 Brook Street | 529 yd | |
| The Dolphin Inn | Dolphin Inn, 76 Windmill Street | 593 yd | |
| The Silk Trader | 37 Brook Street | 657 yd | |
| East Cheshire Sub-Aqua Club | Lower Bank Street | 785 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun King | 215 Buxton Road | 353 yd | |
| Royal Tandoori | 213 Buxton Road | 353 yd | |
| V10 Noodle Bar | 5 Brook Street | 818 yd | |
| Brown or White | 76 Mill Lane | 904 yd | |
| Mill Lane Chippy | 102 Mill Lane | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Puss Bank School BARRACKS LANE | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Macclesfield Golf Club HOLLINS ROAD | golf | 581 yd |
| King George V Playing Field HEAPY STREET | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| G'S Gym & Fitness (Closed) Belgreen House Belgreen House Fountain Street | health and fitness suite | 676 yd |
| The Kings School (Fence Avenue Site) Fence Avenue | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Ladyzone (Closed) Brook Street | health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Victoria Park PERCYVALE STREET | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| G'S Gym (Closed) Pickford Street | health and fitness suite | 951 yd |
| Affordable Fitness (Closed) Bollin House Bollin House Sunderland Street | health and fitness suite | 956 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Macclesfield) THE SILKWORKS THE SILKWORKS PICKFORD STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,051 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.