Woolley Lane is in Hollingworth, Hyde and in Tameside district. SK14 8NW 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 Woolley Lane, Hollingworth, Hyde, SK14 8NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK14 8NZ, SK14 8PD, SK14 8PJ, SK14 8PE, SK14 8PA, SK14 8PF, SK14 8PL, SK14 8PN, SK13 2NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK14 8NW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.6% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.4% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 35% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 37.2% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 15% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 8.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 41.7% | 43.1% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 33.2% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 16.4% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 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 | 26.3% | 19.7% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 9.6% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 16.2% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 19.7% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 26.2% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.9% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97% | 95.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 95.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woolley Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Longdendale average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Woolley Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2025-05-22 | £154,307 |
| 31 Woolley Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-02-29 | £149,950 |
| 19 Woolley Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-11-30 | £156,585 |
| 11 Woolley Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2022-05-27 | £176,104 |
| 55 Woolley Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2021-04-14 | £167,667 |
SK14 8NW 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamesley Early Excellence Centre Winster Mews , Gamesley SK13 0LU | 4out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadfield Nursery School Queen Street , Hadfield SK13 2DW | 4out of 4 | 1,489 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollingworth Primary School Market Street , Hollingworth SK14 8LP | 3out of 4 | 449 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Voluntary Academy The Carriage Drive , Hadfield SK13 1PJ | 1out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadfield Infant School Mersey Bank Road , Hadfield SK13 1PN | 3out of 4 | 1,374 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Junior School Hadfield Road , Hadfield SK13 2DR | 3out of 4 | 1,443 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mottram CofE Primary School War Hill , Mottram SK14 6JL | 3out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longdendale High School Spring Street , SK14 8LW | - not rated | 767 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glossopdale School and Sixth Form Newshaw Lane , Hadfield SK13 2DA | - not rated | 1,536 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy Sunlaws Street , SK13 8DR | 2out of 4 | 3,251 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copley Academy Huddersfield Road , SK15 3RR | 1out of 4 | 4,749 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Community High School Mottram Old Road , Gee Cross SK14 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 5,465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollingworth Methodist Church | Hollingworth Methodist Church, Water Lane | 441 yd | |
| Mimi's Cafe | Mimi's Cafe, 37 Market Street | 450 yd | |
| Cosy Cafe And Takeaway | Cosy Cafe And Takeaway, 52 Market Street | 479 yd | |
| TZ Shake, Cake 'n' Roll | TZ Shake, Cake 'n' Roll, 78 Market Street | 552 yd | |
| Proper Thai Kitchen @ The Chieftain | Green Lane, Hadfield | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gun Inn | Gun Inn, 2 Market Street | 479 yd | |
| The New Inn | The New Inn, 44 Market Street | 479 yd | |
| Hollingworth Liberal Club | Hollingworth Liberal Club, 44 Market Street | 486 yd | |
| Hollingworth Cricket Club | Hollingworth Cricket Club, Spring Street | 568 yd | |
| Pear Tree Inn | Hadfield Road, Hadfield | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Bistro | Bank House, 22 Market Street | 479 yd | |
| Golden Coin | Golden Coin, 92 Market Street | 558 yd | |
| Hollingworth Food Spot | Hollingworth Food Spot, 124 Market Street | 677 yd | |
| Pizza King | 44 Green Lane, Hadfield | 918 yd | |
| Fu Shing | 26 Green Lane, Hadfield | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Lane Stores | 58-60 Green Lane, Hadfield | 897 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hollingworth Bowling Club Pavilion ETHEROW BOWLING CLUB ETHEROW BOWLING CLUB THE BOULEVARD | 226 yd | |
| Hollingworth (Closed) Water Lane | grass pitches | 438 yd |
| Longdendale High School SPRING STREET | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Just Add Water Sports (Closed) Unit 27 Unit 27 Graphite Way | swimming pool | 944 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 | 40.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.08 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.