Knott Lane is in Hyde and in Tameside district. SK14 5HZ 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 Knott Lane, Hyde, SK14 5HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK14 5JG, SK14 5JE, SK14 5JF, SK14 5JD, SK14 5JA, SK14 5SF, SK14 5HX, SK14 5JH, SK14 5JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK14 5HZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 50.1% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 45.6% | 49.9% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 5HZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% 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 | 21.8% | 27.2% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 52.6% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.9% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 16.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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% | 45% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 36.4% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 15.2% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.5% | 18.8% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 5.8% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.5% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 7.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 21% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 27.4% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 4% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.1% | 95.3% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
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 | 96.6% | 96.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 96.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knott Lane 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 risen by about 5.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Knott Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2025-04-17 | £670,000 |
| 16 Knott Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-11-30 | £325,954 |
| 43 Knott Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-03-17 | £334,239 |
| 12 Knott Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-07-31 | £166,216 |
| 47 Knott Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-01-25 | £418,073 |
SK14 5HZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK14 5HZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 131 |
| Retired | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dowson Primary Academy Marlborough Road , SK14 5HU | 3out of 4 | 223 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gee Cross Holy Trinity CofE (VC) Primary School Higham Lane , Gee Cross SK14 5LX | 3out of 4 | 707 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School Church Street , SK14 1JL | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary Academy Queen Street , SK14 1QD | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Primary Academy Walker Lane , SK14 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde High School Old Road , SK14 4SP | 2out of 4 | 2,723 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More RC College Town Lane , Denton M34 6AF | 3out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | 3out of 4 | 3,699 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 3,766 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 | 2,867 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 3,124 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hope School Crosses Farm, , Moss Lane PR4 0HP | - not rated | 3,437 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jefferson House The Old Vicarage , Darnhall School Lane CW7 1JT | - not rated | 3,437 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Austen House Swineherd Farm , Cobcastle Road BB4 5TS | - not rated | 3,437 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffs On The Green | Griffs On The Green, 266 Stockport Road | 310 yd | |
| Gee X Community Centre | Werneth House, Wych Fold | 369 yd | |
| Aqua Nurture | Aqua Nurture, Knott Lane | 383 yd | |
| Hyde Little Theatre | Hyde Little Theatre, 314 Market Street | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grapes Hotel | Grapes Hotel, 289 Stockport Road | 227 yd | |
| The Cheshire Cheese | Cheshire Cheese, 407 Stockport Road | 271 yd | |
| The Dining Room Gee Cross | The Dining Room, 276 Stockport Road | 274 yd | |
| 3 Drinks Behind | 3 Drinks Behind, 285 Stockport Road | 278 yd | |
| Queen Adelaide Hotel | Queen Adelaide, 268 Stockport Road | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Chippy | The Village Chippy, 300 Stockport Road | 227 yd | |
| Ganjees Takeaway | Ganjees Takeaway, 278 Stockport Road | 309 yd | |
| Simply Chinese | Simply Chinese, 49 Dowson Road | 924 yd | |
| The Hot Crumpet | The Hot Crumpet, 59 Dowson Road | 924 yd | |
| Happy Family | Happy Family, 23 Stockport Road | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Express, 228 Stockport Road | 309 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dowson Primary Academy MARLBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 206 yd |
| Hatton Health & Fitness HATTON HOUSE HATTON HOUSE MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,075 yd |
| Alder Community High School MOTTRAM OLD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,080 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 76.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.