High Street West is in Glossop and in High Peak district. SK13 8AL is located in the Howard Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of High Peak. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street West, Glossop, SK13 8AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK13 8AA, SK13 8AB, SK13 8AR, SK13 7AG, SK13 8AU, SK13 8AH, SK13 8AQ, SK13 8BW, SK13 8DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK13 8AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.8% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.2% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SK13 8AL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.1% | 50.5% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.8% | 27% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 13.9% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 3.2% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 51.5% | 43.9% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 35.2% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 16.7% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 17.6% | 10.7% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 9.6% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 21.1% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 41.1% | 13.0% | 33.8% | 7.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.5% | 96% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 96.9% | 94.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| 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 | 96.2% | 94.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street West was 335.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.7% higher than the Howard Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
High Street West has the 6th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Howard Town and the 9th highest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 High Street West, Glossop, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2022-03-17 | £213,411 |
| 15 High Street West, Glossop, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £31,500 | 2007-09-05 | £51,206 |
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadfield Nursery School Queen Street , Hadfield SK13 2DW | 4out of 4 | 2,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gamesley Early Excellence Centre Winster Mews , Gamesley SK13 0LU | 4out of 4 | 2,528 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitfield St James' CofE (VC) Primary School Chadwick Street , SK13 8EF | 2out of 4 | 530 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Gladstone Street , SK13 8NE | 1out of 4 | 539 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke of Norfolk CofE Primary School Royle Avenue , SK13 7RD | 2out of 4 | 567 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Spire Hollin , SK13 7BS | 3out of 4 | 583 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic Voluntary Academy Church Street , Old Glossop SK13 7RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy Sunlaws Street , SK13 8DR | 2out of 4 | 447 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glossopdale School and Sixth Form Newshaw Lane , Hadfield SK13 2DA | - not rated | 2,117 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdendale High School Spring Street , SK14 8LW | - not rated | 4,221 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kel And Jo's Cafe | Market Place, Glossop | 53 yd | |
| Subway | 3 High Street West, Glossop | 61 yd | |
| Thai Wok Noodle Bar Ltd | 29 High Street West, Glossop | 64 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Norfolk Square, Glossop | 69 yd | |
| Napoli Ristorante | Norfolk Square, Glossop | 69 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Arms Hotel | Norfolk Square, Glossop | 69 yd | |
| Cask and Kitchen | Norfolk Square, Glossop | 69 yd | |
| Magic Rock Tap | 28 Victoria Street, Holmfirth | 82 yd | |
| Cave Bar and Club | Railway Street, Glossop | 101 yd | |
| Cask and Cocktails | 18 Henry Street, Glossop | 104 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs Plc | 25 High Street West, Glossop | 50 yd | |
| Poco Sandwich Bar | 4 High Street West, Glossop | 61 yd | |
| Red Dragon | Victoria Street, Glossop | 91 yd | |
| Grill on Fire | Victoria Street, Glossop | 91 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Victoria Street, Glossop | 108 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIDL | Victoria Street, Glossop | 108 yd | |
| B&M Retail | Norfolk Street, Glossop | 179 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd (Store and Petrol Filling Station) | Wren Nest Road, Glossop | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emotion Gym Ltd (Closed) Bernard Street | health and fitness suite | 105 yd |
| Glossop Conservative Club (Closed) Norfolk Street | 153 yd | |
| Bodycheck Health & Fitness Club GLADSTONE STREET | health and fitness suite | 234 yd |
| Glossop Leisure Centre HIGH STREET EAST | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 275 yd |
| Glossop Band Room Derby Street | 380 yd | |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School GLADSTONE STREET | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Glossop Cricket Club NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 488 yd |
| Duke Of Norfolk Ce Primary School ROYLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy ST. MARYS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 538 yd |
| Glossop North End Football Club SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 581 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 | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.