Furness Close is in Poynton, Stockport and in Macclesfield district. SK12 1QN is located in the Poynton West and Adlington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Furness Close, Poynton, Stockport, SK12 1QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK12 1QL, SK12 1QW, SK12 1SB, SK12 1YG, SK12 1UG, SK12 1SD, SK12 1SF, SK12 1HD, SK12 1HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK12 1QN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.8% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.2% | -0.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SK12 1QN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.7% 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 | 16.5% | 17% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.6% | 71.7% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 27.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 5.8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 48.2% | 53.7% | 5.5% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 30.1% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 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.
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 51.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.8% | 10.5% | 1.7% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 5.8% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 9.5% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 16.7% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.2% | 51.6% | -1.6% | 33.8% | 17.8% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93% | 95.7% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 94.2% | 94.4% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 94.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Furness Close was 14.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.3% lower than the Poynton East and Pott Shrigley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Furness Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley and the 190th lowest crime rate of 1,262 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Furness Close, Stockport, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £274,000 | 2007-06-27 | £447,477 |
| 2 Furness Close, Stockport, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2002-05-02 | £606,777 |
| 1 Furness Close, Stockport, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2000-11-03 | £716,142 |
| 1 Furness Close, Stockport, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £143,950 | 1997-08-15 | £649,005 |
| 3 Furness Close, Stockport, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 1996-07-25 | £662,442 |
SK12 1QN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK12 1QN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Education | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 5,425 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Park School Hazelbadge Road , Poynton SK12 1HE | - not rated | 230 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lower Park School Hazelbadge Road , Poynton SK12 1HE | 3out of 4 | 230 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vernon Junior School Clumber Road , Poynton SK12 1NW | - not rated | 1,050 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Primary School Mallard Crescent , Poynton SK12 1XG | 3out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Primary School Mallard Crescent , Poynton SK12 1XG | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poynton High School Yew Tree Lane , Poynton SK12 1PU | 3out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poynton High School Yew Tree Lane , Poynton SK12 1PU | - not rated | 1,608 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 3out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | - not rated | 2,286 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | - not rated | 2,286 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 5,464 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norbury Court School London Road North , Poynton SK12 1BZ | - not rated | 1,764 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Laurus Grace Jacksons Lane , SK7 5JX | - not rated | 2,286 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Star of the Sea School Bramhall Parish Hall , Bramhall Lane South SK7 2EF | - not rated | 2,806 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Syddal Park School 33 Syddal Road , Bramhall SK7 1AB | - not rated | 2,941 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodford Preparatory and Nursery School Chester Road , Woodford SK7 1PS | - not rated | 3,337 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appayon | Poynton Post Office, 2a Chester Road | 551 yd | |
| Tom Yam Ltd | 13 Fountain Place, Chester Road | 576 yd | |
| Panache One London Road | 1 London Road South | 651 yd | |
| Beijing Restaurant | 47-49 Queensway | 669 yd | |
| Poynton Pakora | 9 London Road South | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kingfisher Wetherspoon | London Road South | 687 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | Poynton Royal British Legion Club, Georges Road West | 746 yd | |
| The Farmers Arms | 90 Park Lane | 798 yd | |
| Cask Tavern | 42 Park Lane | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 37/39 London Road South | 738 yd | |
| Ritoz | 61 London Road South | 756 yd | |
| Lucky Star Express | 45 London Road South | 756 yd | |
| Poynton Fish Bar | 49a London Road South | 756 yd | |
| Park Lane Pizza | 54 Park Lane | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | 21-27 Queensway | 669 yd | |
| Aldi | 10 London Road South | 687 yd | |
| Waitrose | 89 Park Lane | 953 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Park Primary School HAZELBADGE ROAD | grass pitches | 223 yd |
| Hazelbadge Road Playing Field HAZELBADGE ROAD | grass pitches | 242 yd |
| Deva Close DEVA CLOSE | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Poynton Sports Club LONDON ROAD NORTH | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 791 yd |
| Vernon Primary School CLUMBER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| Lostock Hall Primary School Mallard Crescent | grass pitches | 1,050 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.