Greenhill Walk is in Disley, Stockport and in Macclesfield district. SK12 2EX is located in the Disley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Macclesfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greenhill Walk, Disley, Stockport, SK12 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK12 2DZ, SK12 2EU, SK12 2ET, SK12 2BE, SK12 2EF, SK12 2EE, SK12 2DX, SK12 2EB, SK12 2BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK12 2EX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.5% | 49.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 22.8% | 26.9% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 37% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 18.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 9.0% |
| Widowed | 13% | 12% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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 | 39.7% | 40.4% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 33.3% | 4.4% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 16.7% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 7.9% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 26.6% | 20% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 9.8% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 17.7% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 34.9% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 1.1% | 3.7% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 94.2% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 98% | 92.6% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 93% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.1% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenhill Walk was 62.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 129.0% higher than the Disley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenhill Walk has the 4th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Disley and the 425th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hedges Greenhill Walk, Stockport, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 1998-05-29 | £473,580 |
SK12 2EX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK12 2EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mills Nursery School Sett Close , New Mills SK22 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,567 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disley Primary School Disley Primary School , Dane Bank Drive SK12 2BD | - not rated | 23 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hague Bar Primary School Lower Hague , New Mills SK22 3AP | - not rated | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School (High Peak Federation) Buxton Road , SK22 3JS | 3out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Primary School Ashbourne Drive , High Lane SK6 8DB | 3out of 4 | 2,424 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Longlands Road , New Mills SK22 3BL | 3out of 4 | 2,523 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mills School Church Lane , New Mills SK22 4NR | 3out of 4 | 3,032 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Peak School Mudhurst Lane , Higher Disley SK12 2AP | - not rated | 2,915 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlehurst School Windlehurst Road , Hawk Green SK6 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 3,070 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns School 19b Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7NN | - not rated | 4,485 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 4,871 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disley Village Bakery | 30 Market Street | 192 yd | |
| Finch & Fig Coffee Shop | 10 Market Street | 267 yd | |
| Saffron Indian Cuisine | 4 Market Street | 267 yd | |
| Sasso | 7 Market Street | 267 yd | |
| East to West Bar & Restaurant | 156 Buxton Road | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Lion | 135 Buxton Road | 310 yd | |
| White Horse Hotel | White Horse Hotel, 18 Buxton Old Road | 323 yd | |
| Frankies Wine Bar | 7 - 9 Buxton Old Road | 323 yd | |
| The Rams Head | Buxton Road | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chong Chinese Restaurant | 50 Market Street | 192 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 93 Buxton Road | 197 yd | |
| Valentino's Pizza | 12 Market Street | 267 yd | |
| Home Taste | 5 Fountain Square | 326 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 42-44 Market Street | 192 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold Rhodes Recreation Ground BUXTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 444 yd |
| Disley Golf Club STANLEY HALL LANE | golf | 890 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.