Porlock Avenue is in Hyde and in Tameside district. SK14 3LE is located in the Longdendale 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 Porlock Avenue, Hyde, SK14 3LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK14 3LD, SK14 3LB, SK14 3LP, SK14 3EZ, SK14 3HG, SK14 3HW, SK14 3HQ, SK14 3EY, SK14 3LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK14 3LE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.5% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 SK14 3LE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.1% 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 | 44.1% | 55.1% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.5% | 25.6% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -18.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 10.7% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 3.5% | -7.3% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 32.4% | 45.8% | 13.4% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 36% | -4.6% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 13.2% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 4.3% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 46.8% | 18.6% | -28.2% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.7% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 16.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 22.5% | 16.0% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 26.2% | 18.7% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 91.4% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 97.7% | 92.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 92.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.1% | 37.2% | 17.9% |
| Christian | 37% | 46.2% | -9.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Porlock Avenue was 2.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 122.0% higher than the Longdendale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Porlock Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 12 local areas in Longdendale and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Tameside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Porlock Avenue, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2022-09-16 | £148,022 |
| 20 Porlock Avenue, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £96,550 | 2019-08-02 | £144,958 |
| 26 Porlock Avenue, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2013-09-19 | £182,505 |
| 26 Porlock Avenue, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2010-09-24 | £170,414 |
| 28 Porlock Avenue, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2009-05-19 | £153,186 |
SK14 3LE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 192 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Other | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamesley Early Excellence Centre Grindleford Grove , Gamesley SK13 0LU | 3out of 4 | 4,141 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadfield Nursery School Queen Street , Hadfield SK13 2DW | - not rated | 5,312 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Academy Discovery Academy, Porlock Avenue , Hattersley SK14 3LE | 3out of 4 | 69 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hare Hill Primary School Bridestowe Avenue , Hattersley SK14 3JZ | - not rated | 329 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Catholic Primary School Cheriton Close , Off Underwood Road SK14 3DQ | - not rated | 758 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Cheriton Close , Off Underwood Road SK14 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinfold Primary School Hattersley Road East , Hattersley SK14 3NL | - not rated | 983 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Community High School Fields Farm Road , Hattersley SK14 3NP | - not rated | 871 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Community High School Mottram Old Road , Gee Cross SK14 5NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 3,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astley Sports College and Community High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 3,134 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | 2out of 4 | 3,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 2,434 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 5,370 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Forest First Steps Together , Stockport Road SK14 3QF | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorns School Manley Grove , SK14 6PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bankside Special School Grange Road , SK14 5NU | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brambles School 29 Ashworth Lane , SK14 6NT | - not rated | 2,250 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Pupil Referral Unit Rear of Tameside College of Technology , Union Street SK14 1ND | - not rated | 2,403 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxterstorey Limited At Pilgrims Food Masters UK Limited | Pilgrims Food Masters UK Limited, Mottram Road | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petes Chippy | 6 Valley Parade, Hattersley Road West | 200 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pinfold Primary School HATTERSLEY ROAD EAST | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Active Ken Ward HATTERSLEY ROAD EAST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 899 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 | 58.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.