Glossop Brook Road is in Glossop and in High Peak district. SK13 8GJ is located in the Howard Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of High Peak. This postcode has been in use since 2006-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glossop Brook Road, Glossop, SK13 8GJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK13 8EX, SK13 8HJ, SK13 8HH, SK13 7AT, SK13 8HQ, SK13 8EQ, SK13 8EU, SK13 8EL, SK13 8GH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK13 8GJ 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 8GJ, 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 Glossop Brook Road was 165.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.1% lower than the Howard Town average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Glossop Brook Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Howard Town and the 32nd highest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.8%.

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 26 Wren Nest Mill Glossop Brook Road, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,600 | 2026-02-11 | £45,600 |
| Apartment 61 Wren Nest Mill Glossop Brook Road, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2025-06-27 | £64,571 |
| Apartment 7 Wren Nest Mill Glossop Brook Road, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2024-04-19 | £101,170 |
| Apartment 2 Wren Nest Mill Glossop Brook Road, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-10-20 | £96,134 |
| Apartment 17 Wren Nest Mill Glossop Brook Road, Glossop, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2023-02-10 | £127,777 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamesley Early Excellence Centre Grindleford Grove , Gamesley SK13 0LU | 3out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadfield Nursery School Queen Street , Hadfield SK13 2DW | - not rated | 2,098 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 | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Spire Hollin , SK13 7BS | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Simmondley Primary School Pennine Road , Simmondley SK13 6NN | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary Gladstone Street , SK13 8NE | - not rated | 883 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinting Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Dinting Vale , SK13 6NX | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3out of 4 | 253 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard Catholic School Sunlaws Street , SK13 8DR | - not rated | 253 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glossopdale School Newshaw Lane , Hadfield SK13 2DA | - not rated | 1,775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glossopdale School and Sixth Form Newshaw Lane , Hadfield SK13 2DA | 3out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdendale High School Spring Street , Hollingworth SK14 8LW | - not rated | 3,786 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kershaw Wood Talbot Street , SK13 7DG | - not rated | 699 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House School Talbot Road , SK13 7DP | - not rated | 988 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Brambles School 29 Ashworth Lane , SK14 6NT | - not rated | 4,145 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorns School Manley Grove , SK14 6PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,679 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peak Forest First Steps Together , Stockport Road SK14 3QF | - not rated | 5,020 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Glossop Brook Road, Glossop | 92 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Glossop Brook Road, Glossop | 92 yd | |
| Burger King | Glossop Brook Road, Glossop | 92 yd | |
| Cookies & kreme | 149 High Street West, Glossop | 153 yd | |
| The Whistle Stop Play Cafe | Surrey Street, Glossop | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe | 144 High Street West, Glossop | 138 yd | |
| The Corner Cupboard | 76 High Street West, Glossop | 360 yd | |
| Meehans Irish Bar | 61 High Street West, Glossop | 456 yd | |
| The Oakwood | 67 High Street West, Glossop | 456 yd | |
| The Victoria Lounge | Bernard Street, Glossop | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgerfy | 114 High Street West, Glossop | 219 yd | |
| Tung Fong | 119 High Street West, Glossop | 246 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 80 High Street West, Glossop | 284 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Wren Nest Road, Glossop | 287 yd | |
| Taj Balti | 87 High Street West, Glossop | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd (Store and Petrol Filling Station) | Wren Nest Road, Glossop | 287 yd | |
| B&M Retail | Norfolk Street, Glossop | 700 yd | |
| LIDL | Victoria Street, Glossop | 715 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glossop North End Football Club SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy ST. MARYS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 254 yd |
| St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy (Pikes Lane Playing Field) PIKES FARM PIKES FARM PIKES LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 288 yd |
| The Unit Fitness UNIT 2-3 UNIT 2-3 SURREY STREET | health and fitness suite | 318 yd |
| St Lukes C Of E Primary School SPIRE HOLLIN | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Emotion Gym Ltd (Closed) Bernard Street | health and fitness suite | 536 yd |
| Glossop Cricket Club NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 550 yd |
| Bodycheck Health & Fitness Club GLADSTONE STREET | health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| Glossop Conservative Club (Closed) Norfolk Street | 724 yd | |
| Dinting Cricket Club SIMMONDLEY LANE | grass pitches | 764 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 | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.