Cotton Mills Drive is in Hyde and in Tameside district. SK14 4TS is located in the Hyde Newton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stalybridge and Hyde. This postcode has been in use since 2011-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cotton Mills Drive, Hyde, SK14 4TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK14 4TT, SK14 4NJ, SK14 4TY, SK14 4TU, SK14 4RH, SK16 5LH, SK14 4BW, SK14 4HP, SK14 4BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK14 4TS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.3% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.7% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 4TS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 48.8% | 46.2% | -2.6% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32% | 46.8% | 14.8% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 3.8% | -8.9% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 1.3% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 (95.3%) 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 | 38% | 63.1% | 25.1% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 32.2% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 3.9% | -16.7% | 12.7% | -8.8% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 0.4% | -5.2% | 4.0% | -3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around SK14 4TS this area, 3.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 3.2% | -26.7% | 18.2% | -15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 7% | -11.4% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 17.7% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 30.4% | 16.9% | 16.9% | 13.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 35.4% | 24.3% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.3% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.5% | 91.4% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 93.7% | 90.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 5.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 90.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cotton Mills Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hyde Godley average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Cotton Mills Drive, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-06-23 | £215,898 |
| 29 Cotton Mills Drive, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-01-04 | £230,625 |
| 10 Cotton Mills Drive, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-12-17 | £190,188 |
| 25 Cotton Mills Drive, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-12-09 | £249,627 |
| 27 Cotton Mills Drive, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-10-03 | £245,479 |
SK14 4TS 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 | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LB | 3out of 4 | 309 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yew Tree Primary School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 3out of 4 | 519 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary and Moderate Learning Difficulties Resource Provision St Mary's Road , SK14 4EZ | 3out of 4 | 543 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Flowery Field Primary School Off Old Road , SK14 4SQ | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Green Primary Academy Bradley Green Road , Newton SK14 4NA | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 632 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde High School Old Road , SK14 4SP | 2out of 4 | 769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 2,660 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 3,017 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 2,708 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 3,202 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LD | 3out of 4 | 460 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Ashton School Bennett Street , SK14 4SS | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cromwell High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 632 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 2out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Birbeck Street , Off High Street SK15 1SH | - not rated | 2,038 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Cake And Sandwich Shop | The New Cake And Sandwich Shop, 11 Bennett Street | 314 yd | |
| Active Community Cafe At The Together Centre | Loxley House, 85 Birch Lane | 405 yd | |
| The Butty Bar | The Butty Bar, 2 Lodge Street | 468 yd | |
| Louvolite Limited | Louverlite Ltd, Ashton Road | 539 yd | |
| Nana Josies Sandwich Shop | Nana Josies Sandwich Shop, 70 Yew Tree Lane | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George And Dragon | George And Dragon, 23 Bennett Street | 314 yd | |
| Cheshire Cheese | Cheshire Cheese, 175 Ashton Road | 323 yd | |
| Newton Ward Conservative Club | Newton Moor Conservative Club, Ashton Road | 400 yd | |
| Dukinfield Cricket Club | Dukinfield Cricket Club, Clarendon Street | 834 yd | |
| The Lodge Hotel | Lodge Hotel, 144 Cheetham Hill Road | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H And C Takeaway | H And C Takeaway, 22 Bennett Street | 314 yd | |
| Mean Beanz | Mean Beanz, 165 Ashton Road | 374 yd | |
| Astley Sports Village | Astley Sports College And Community High School, Yew Tree Lane | 587 yd | |
| Dynasty Chinese Takeaway | Dynasty Chinese Takeaway, 30 Talbot Road | 619 yd | |
| Yew Tree Takeaway | Yew Tree Takeaway, 64 Yew Tree Lane | 653 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh Fold Playing Fields LEIGH FOLD | grass pitches | 208 yd |
| Astley Sports Village Yew Tree Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 486 yd |
| Bennett Street Playing Fields SHELLEY GROVE | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Cromwell High School CORONATION AVENUE | 644 yd | |
| Blocksages Playing Fields BIRCH LANE | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Yew Tree Lane Playing Fields QUEENSWAY | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| All Saints Catholic College Roman Catholic Sixth Form College Roman Catholic Sixth Form College Kenyon Avenue | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Thomas Ashton School ACCESS TO SCHOOL OF ACCESS TO SCHOOL OF BENNETT STREET | health and fitness suite | 812 yd |
| Hyde Technology School (Closed) Old Road | 813 yd | |
| Hyde Community College OLD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 814 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| 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 | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.