West Street is in Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK11 8DW 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 West Street, Macclesfield, SK11 8DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK11 8DP, SK11 8HP, SK11 8DL, SK11 8DR, SK10 3FW, SK10 1BD, SK11 8DU, SK11 8PT, SK11 6PT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK11 8DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 51.2% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.8% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 29.6% | 34.2% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 48.4% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 11.4% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 4.1% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 54.4% | 54.8% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 32.9% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 8.3% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 SK11 8DW this area, 7.8% 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 7.8% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 5.5% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 19.8% | 2.3% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 39% | 47% | 8.0% | 33.8% | 13.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 95.4% | 90.1% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 90.5% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.2% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 125.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 120.1% higher than the Broken Cross and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Broken Cross and Upton and the 160th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 West Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-06-02 | £168,813 |
| 10 West Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-10-20 | £121,844 |
| 6 West Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2022-12-02 | £152,458 |
| 9 West Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-02-05 | £191,993 |
| 4 West Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2019-11-22 | £139,679 |
SK11 8DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkroyal Community School Lyon Street , SK11 6QX | 3out of 4 | 528 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist CofE Primary School Macclesfield Ivy Road , SK11 8QN | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bollinbrook CofE Primary School Abbey Road , SK10 3AT | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Priory Lane , SK10 3HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Bank Primary School Valley Road , SK11 8PB | 3out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue , SK11 8LB | 4out of 4 | 507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Macclesfield Academy Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 2out of 4 | 952 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tytherington School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | 3out of 4 | 1,425 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fallibroome Academy Priory Lane , Upton SK10 4AF | 4out of 4 | 2,006 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,172 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fermain Academy Beswick Street , SK11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 458 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane School Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 4out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Hall School Beech Hall Drive , Tytherington SK10 2EG | - not rated | 1,300 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden School 76 Chelford Road , SK10 3LQ | - not rated | 2,334 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School In Macclesfield Alderley Road , Prestbury SK10 4SP | - not rated | 2,826 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angie's Deli | 85 Chester Road, Macclesfield | 122 yd | |
| Bombay Flavours | 122 Chestergate | 439 yd | |
| Elior at The Gallery | The Courtyard | 470 yd | |
| Pearl T Boba | 127 Chestergate | 475 yd | |
| New Shalimar Restaurant | 100 Chestergate | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 and Pizza | 73 Oxford Road | 343 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | Plough Inn, 32 Prestbury Road | 349 yd | |
| Macclesfield Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Riseley Street | 355 yd | |
| Suburban Green | 88-90 Chestergate | 575 yd | |
| Macclesfield Conservative Club | 2 West Bank Road | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlequin | 97 Chestergate | 515 yd | |
| Asha Take Away | 99 Chestergate | 515 yd | |
| Turquoise Sandwich Bar | 26 Great King Street | 627 yd | |
| Top Chef | 72a Chestergate | 649 yd | |
| Crompton Road Chippy | 227 Crompton Road | 650 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Cumberland Street | 504 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Exchange Street | 771 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Queen Victoria Street | 912 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Hibel Road | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkroyal Community School LYON STREET | artificial grass pitch | 427 yd |
| Louis Gym CROWN CENTRE CROWN CENTRE BOND STREET | health and fitness suite | 443 yd |
| All Hallows Catholic College BROOKLANDS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 523 yd |
| Macclesfield Cricket Club PARKSIDE CRICKET CLUB PARKSIDE CRICKET CLUB VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| The Kings School (Cumberland Street Site) Cumberland Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Pack Horse Bowling Club ABBEY ROAD | 889 yd | |
| St Johns The Evangelise Cofe Primary School Macclesfield IVY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,017 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Macclesfield) THE SILKWORKS THE SILKWORKS PICKFORD STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,035 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.