Furness Field is in Hyde and in Tameside district. SK14 3AJ is located in the Hyde Werneth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stalybridge and Hyde. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Furness Field, Hyde, SK14 3AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK14 3AJ is primarily male, with 53.6% 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 | 50.7% | 46.4% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 49.3% | 53.6% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SK14 3AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.4% | 27.6% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 55.2% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 5.2% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9% | 2.2% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.6% | 60.1% | 11.5% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 26.1% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 8.5% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 23.9% | 17.2% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 3.1% | -10.6% | 9.6% | -6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 16.4% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 5.5% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 11.7% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 43% | 17.4% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 92% | 96.7% | 4.7% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 92.8% | 96.7% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 96.7% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Furness Field was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hyde Werneth average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxglove Furness Field, Hyde, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2022-09-23 | £674,252 |
| Meadow Rise Furness Field, Hyde, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-09-23 | £500,421 |
| Furness Lodge Furness Field, Hyde, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2020-12-08 | £737,832 |
| Glenvilla Furness Field, Hyde, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2017-05-26 | £761,601 |
| Furness Lodge Furness Field, Hyde, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2012-11-14 | £887,574 |
SK14 3AJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SK14 3AJ 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 | 39 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gee Cross Holy Trinity CofE (VC) Primary School Higham Lane , Gee Cross SK14 5LX | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dowson Primary Academy Marlborough Road , SK14 5HU | 3out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary Academy Queen Street , SK14 1QD | - not rated | 2,063 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Primary Academy Walker Lane , SK14 5PL | 3out of 4 | 2,136 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greave Primary School Werneth Road , Woodley SK6 1HR | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Community High School Mottram Old Road , Gee Cross SK14 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde High School Old Road , SK14 4SP | 2out of 4 | 3,813 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | 3out of 4 | 4,102 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 4,258 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 4,539 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Ashton School Bennett Street , SK14 4SS | 3out of 4 | 3,935 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 4,212 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 4,483 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oakdale School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LD | 3out of 4 | 4,527 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cromwell High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 4,539 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde War Memorial Trust Cafe | Lower Higham Visitor Centre, Higham Lane | 31 yd | |
| Werneth Low Golf Club | Werneth Low Golf Club, Werneth Low Road | 314 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Cricket And Squash Club | Hyde Cricket And Squash Club, Werneth Low Road | 138 yd | |
| Hare And Hounds | Hare And Hounds Hotel, Werneth Low Road | 400 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Werneth Low Golf Club WERNETH LOW GOLF CLUB HOUSE WERNETH LOW GOLF CLUB HOUSE WERNETH LOW ROAD | golf | 314 yd |
| Hyde Cricket And Squash Club WERNETH LOW ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 364 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 | 23.1% |
| 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 | 76.9% |
| Median download speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 27.73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 27.73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.83 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.