South Close is in Tintwistle, Glossop and in High Peak district. SK13 1LY is located in the Tintwistle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of High Peak. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Close, Tintwistle, Glossop, SK13 1LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK13 1LZ, SK13 1LX, SK13 1LT, SK13 1NA, SK13 1NB, SK13 1NF, SK13 1LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK13 1LY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 50.5% | 49.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 40% | 39.7% | -0.3% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 44.4% | 6.6% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 10.7% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 43.9% | 39.9% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 37.2% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 13.2% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 7.6% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.6% | 26.5% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 11.1% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 12.6% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 20.2% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 21.3% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.7% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 99% | 97.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 97.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Close was 109.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.8% higher than the Hadfield North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Hadfield North and the 53rd highest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 South Close, Glossop, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-11-01 | £168,911 |
| 2 South Close, Glossop, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,250 | 2019-07-26 | £221,517 |
| 4 South Close, Glossop, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2005-03-18 | £266,257 |
| 4 South Close, Glossop, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2000-11-10 | £242,080 |
SK13 1LY 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadfield Nursery School Queen Street , Hadfield SK13 2DW | 4out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gamesley Early Excellence Centre Winster Mews , Gamesley SK13 0LU | 4out of 4 | 2,687 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School South Close , Tintwistle SK13 1LY | 3out of 4 | 144 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Voluntary Academy The Carriage Drive , Hadfield SK13 1PJ | 1out of 4 | 956 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadfield Infant School Mersey Bank Road , Hadfield SK13 1PN | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Junior School Hadfield Road , Hadfield SK13 2DR | 3out of 4 | 1,305 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingworth Primary School Market Street , Hollingworth SK14 8LP | 3out of 4 | 1,574 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longdendale High School Spring Street , SK14 8LW | - not rated | 1,638 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glossopdale School and Sixth Form Newshaw Lane , Hadfield SK13 2DA | - not rated | 1,730 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy Sunlaws Street , SK13 8DR | 2out of 4 | 3,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copley Academy Huddersfield Road , SK15 3RR | 1out of 4 | 4,768 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pixie Bakes Cakery & Coffee Shop | 10 New Road, Tintwistle | 436 yd | |
| Tintwistle Liberal Working Mens Club | 1 Church Street, Tintwistle | 529 yd | |
| N Brown Hadfield Restaurant | Waterside, Hadfield | 598 yd | |
| Tintwistle Allotment Gardeners Association | Old Road, Tintwistle | 619 yd | |
| Hadfield Conservative Club | 221 Woolley Bridge Road, Hadfield | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls Head Inn | 78 Old Road, Tintwistle | 819 yd | |
| Hollingworth Conservative Club | Hollingworth Conservative Club, 113 Market Street | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Road Fish and Chips | 1 Station Road, Hadfield | 771 yd | |
| The Pizza Place | 39 Station Road, Hadfield | 887 yd | |
| Pizza Royal | 51a Station Road, Hadfield | 927 yd | |
| Delightz | 72a Station Road, Hadfield | 988 yd | |
| Reshma Indian Takeaway | 82-84 Station Road, Hadfield | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tintwistle C Of E Primary School SOUTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 76 yd |
| Tintwistle Cricket Club Speedwell Close | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| West Drive FOOTBALL GROUND FOOTBALL GROUND WEST DRIVE | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Just Add Water Sports (Closed) Unit 27 Unit 27 Graphite Way | swimming pool | 708 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.