George Street is in Glossop and in High Peak district. SK13 8AY 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 George Street, Glossop, SK13 8AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK13 8AT, SK13 8AW, SK13 8AZ, SK13 8BA, SK13 8AU, SK13 8BH, SK13 8AR, SK13 7AA, SK13 8BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK13 8AY is primarily male, with 54.7% of the population 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 | 52.8% | 45.3% | -7.5% | 51.0% | -5.7% |
| Male | 47.2% | 54.7% | 7.5% | 49.0% | 5.7% |
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 8AY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46% 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 | 51.2% | 46% | -5.2% | 37.9% | 8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.6% | 28.1% | 4.5% | 44.2% | -16.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 5% | 4.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 11.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 44.3% | 33.9% | -10.4% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 37.5% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 17% | 21% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.3% | 23.2% | 0.9% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 11.6% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.6% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 9.3% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 16.2% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 24.8% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.3% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.7% | 96.1% | 3.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 92.9% | 96.4% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 96.1% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around George Street was 159.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.2% lower than the Howard Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
George Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Howard Town and the 29th highest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 5 The Old Glove Works Riverside Mill George Street, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-03-26 | £177,185 |
| Apartment 1 The Old Glove Works Riverside Mill George Street, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-04-12 | £220,281 |
| Apartment 7 The Old Glove Works Riverside Mill George Street, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2023-11-03 | £160,389 |
| Apartment 6 The Old Glove Works Riverside Mill George Street, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £126,600 | 2023-04-21 | £132,937 |
| Apartment 10 The Old Glove Works Riverside Mill George Street, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-04-06 | £126,006 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadfield Nursery School Queen Street , Hadfield SK13 2DW | 4out of 4 | 2,358 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gamesley Early Excellence Centre Winster Mews , Gamesley SK13 0LU | 4out of 4 | 2,371 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 | 343 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Spire Hollin , SK13 7BS | 3out of 4 | 567 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Gladstone Street , SK13 8NE | 1out of 4 | 611 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke of Norfolk CofE Primary School Royle Avenue , SK13 7RD | 2out of 4 | 754 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Simmondley Primary School Pennine Road , Simmondley SK13 6NN | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Community school | 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 | 259 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glossopdale School and Sixth Form Newshaw Lane , Hadfield SK13 2DA | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdendale High School Spring Street , SK14 8LW | - not rated | 4,115 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Cafe | Chapel Street, Glossop | 84 yd | |
| Glossop RVS Lunch Club @ Central Methodist Chapel | Chapel Street, Glossop | 84 yd | |
| A'bout Thyme | 55 High Street West, Glossop | 87 yd | |
| Cafe 47 | 47 High Street West, Glossop | 95 yd | |
| Ruchi Bar and Restaurant | 83 High Street West, Glossop | 110 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glossop Labour Club | 11-13 Chapel Street, Glossop | 67 yd | |
| Meehans Irish Bar | 61 High Street West, Glossop | 82 yd | |
| The Oakwood | 67 High Street West, Glossop | 82 yd | |
| The Victoria Lounge | Bernard Street, Glossop | 144 yd | |
| The Corner Cupboard | 76 High Street West, Glossop | 154 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Balti | 87 High Street West, Glossop | 82 yd | |
| Krunchy Fried Chicken | 77 High Street West, Glossop | 82 yd | |
| Canton King | 51 High Street West, Glossop | 90 yd | |
| Raj Gourmet | 36 High Street West, Glossop | 122 yd | |
| Greggs Plc | 25 High Street West, Glossop | 145 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIDL | Victoria Street, Glossop | 262 yd | |
| B&M Retail | Norfolk Street, Glossop | 341 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd (Store and Petrol Filling Station) | Wren Nest Road, Glossop | 746 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emotion Gym Ltd (Closed) Bernard Street | health and fitness suite | 165 yd |
| Bodycheck Health & Fitness Club GLADSTONE STREET | health and fitness suite | 254 yd |
| Glossop Conservative Club (Closed) Norfolk Street | 333 yd | |
| St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy ST. MARYS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 349 yd |
| Glossop Band Room Derby Street | 411 yd | |
| Glossop Leisure Centre HIGH STREET EAST | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 457 yd |
| Glossop North End Football Club SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School GLADSTONE STREET | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| Glossop Cricket Club NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| The Unit Fitness UNIT 2-3 UNIT 2-3 SURREY STREET | health and fitness suite | 591 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 | 95.5% |
| 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 | 4.5% |
| Median download speed | 47 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.