Clifford Road is in Macclesfield and in Macclesfield district. SK11 8QE is located in the Macclesfield West and Ivy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clifford Road, Macclesfield, SK11 8QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK11 8QF, SK11 8QQ, SK11 8QG, SK11 8QH, SK11 8QJ, SK11 8QA, SK11 8NL, SK11 8QB, SK11 8PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK11 8QE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 47.5% | 49.2% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50.8% | -1.7% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SK11 8QE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.6% 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 | 23.1% | 25.7% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 56.6% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 12.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 44.5% | 50.5% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 33.9% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 10.6% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 21.3% | 11% | -10.3% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 6.9% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 11.8% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.9% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 20.7% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 40.7% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 6.9% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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 | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| White | 93.6% | 93.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 94.5% | 94% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 94% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 1.3% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clifford Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Broken Cross and Upton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Clifford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-08-29 | £314,245 |
| 53 Clifford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-04-06 | £371,716 |
| 55 Clifford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-02-06 | £369,575 |
| 65 Clifford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2021-09-03 | £447,671 |
| 5 Clifford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,655 | 2021-04-26 | £248,130 |
SK11 8QE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SK11 8QE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SK11 8QE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist CofE Primary School Macclesfield Ivy Road , SK11 8QN | 3out of 4 | 407 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery Parkett Heyes Road , SK11 8UD | 3out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Priory Lane , SK10 3HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkroyal Community School Lyon Street , SK11 6QX | 3out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Bank Primary School Valley Road , SK11 8PB | 3out of 4 | 1,227 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 | 570 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Macclesfield Academy Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 2out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fallibroome Academy Priory Lane , Upton SK10 4AF | 4out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tytherington School Manchester Road , SK10 2EE | 3out of 4 | 2,018 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 | 1,222 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 | 737 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane School Park Lane , SK11 8JR | 4out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden School 76 Chelford Road , SK10 3LQ | - not rated | 1,677 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Hall School Beech Hall Drive , Tytherington SK10 2EG | - not rated | 1,844 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School In Macclesfield Alderley Road , Prestbury SK10 4SP | - not rated | 2,573 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 | 783 yd | |
| Weston Balti | 12 Weston Square | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 and Pizza | 73 Oxford Road | 579 yd | |
| Ivy Leaf Hotel | Ivy Leaf, 108 Ivy Road | 663 yd | |
| The Broken Cross Club | Broken Cross Club, Broken Cross | 877 yd | |
| The Bulls Head | 157 Broken Cross | 886 yd | |
| Macclesfield Conservative Club | 2 West Bank Road | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Chef | 128 Broken Cross | 813 yd | |
| The Chippy at Broken Cross | 126 Broken Cross | 813 yd | |
| Guilty Pleasures | 4 Weston Square | 883 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 7 Weston Square | 894 yd | |
| Turkish Grill House | 11 Weston Square | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Ivy Road | 633 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns The Evangelise Cofe Primary School Macclesfield IVY ROAD | grass pitches | 412 yd |
| All Hallows Catholic College BROOKLANDS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 466 yd |
| Macclesfield Cricket Club PARKSIDE CRICKET CLUB PARKSIDE CRICKET CLUB VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Weston Playing Field SOMERTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Parkroyal Community School LYON STREET | artificial grass pitch | 975 yd |
| Louis Gym CROWN CENTRE CROWN CENTRE BOND STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,046 yd |
| Park Lane School PARK LANE | 1,089 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 215 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.