School Crescent is in Stalybridge and in Tameside district. SK15 1EA is located in the Stalybridge North 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 School Crescent, Stalybridge, SK15 1EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK15 1HT, SK15 1HR, SK15 1ED, SK15 1DS, SK15 1HS, SK15 1HU, SK15 1EF, SK15 1HA, SK15 1EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK15 1EA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 52.5% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 47.5% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 SK15 1EA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% 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 | 38% | 44.9% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 32.8% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -11.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 10.2% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 7.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 47.4% | 43.4% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 34.1% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 12.7% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 6.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43% | 23.7% | -19.3% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 14.6% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.8% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 16.1% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 18.6% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.7% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 95.8% | 95.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 36.1% | 46.2% | -10.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Crescent was 2.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 3442.9% higher than the Stalybridge North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
School Crescent has the lowest crime rate of 2 local areas in Stalybridge North and the 12th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Tameside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 School Crescent, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-02-07 | £217,977 |
| 36 School Crescent, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,150 | 2024-10-11 | £201,923 |
| 24 School Crescent, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-15 | £197,100 |
| 17 School Crescent, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-01-12 | £193,598 |
| 30 School Crescent, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-12-02 | £179,597 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 1,959 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 3,239 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollins Nursery School Hollins Lane , Micklehurst OL5 9DP | - not rated | 3,521 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 3,722 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Hill Primary School and Nursery School Crescent , SK15 1EA | - not rated | 177 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Springs Primary Academy School Crescent , SK15 1EA | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arlies Primary School Broadhill Road , SK15 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 551 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inspire Academy Mossley Road , Ashton Under Lyne OL6 9RU | 3out of 4 | 795 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosehill Methodist Community Primary School Rose Hill Road , OL6 8YG | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | - not rated | 823 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stamford High School Mossley Road , OL6 9SD | - not rated | 903 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copley Academy Huddersfield Road , SK15 3RR | 3out of 4 | 1,772 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copley High School Huddersfield Road , SK15 3RR | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 1,554 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 4,479 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works 4 U Support Services (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) The Peacock , SK15 1EB | - not rated | 213 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Hospital School Tameside General Hospital , Ward 105 OL6 9RW | - not rated | 787 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tame Bank 11 Melbourne Street , SK15 2JE | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Birbeck Street , Off High Street SK15 1SH | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | - not rated | 2,234 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee At Tameside General Hospital | Tameside General Hospital, Fountain Street | 696 yd | |
| League Of Friends Cafe At Tameside Hospital | Tameside General Hospital, Fountain Street | 696 yd | |
| Highfield Pavillion Cafe | Stamford Park Cafe Stamford Park, Darnton Road | 779 yd | |
| Abbraccio | Abbraccio, 97 Stamford Street | 842 yd | |
| Nan's Kitchen | Nan's Kitchen, 31 Market Street | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works 4U At The Peacock | The Peacock, Ambleside | 211 yd | |
| Fox Tavern | Fox Tavern, Ridge Hill Lane | 615 yd | |
| Heroes Of Waterloo | Heroes Of Waterloo Hotel, 3 Mossley Road | 756 yd | |
| Ridge Hill WMC | Ridge Hill Working Mens Club, 43 Ridge Hill Lane | 758 yd | |
| Church Inn | Church Inn, 31 Wakefield Road | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longlife Fish And Chips | Longlife Fish And Chips, 2 Ladysmith Road | 200 yd | |
| Village Chippy | Village Chippy, 4 St Georges Street | 624 yd | |
| Kwong Hing | Kwong Hing, 40 Stamford Street | 812 yd | |
| Staly Grill | Staly Grill, 58 Stamford Street | 812 yd | |
| Subway | Petrol Station, 113 Stamford Street | 871 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stamford Park SPRINGS RISE | grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Samuel Laycock School (Closed) Mereside | 474 yd | |
| Stalybridge Celtic Juniors Football Club STALYBRIDGE JUNIOR SOCCER CENTRE STALYBRIDGE JUNIOR SOCCER CENTRE MOSSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| West Hill School Sports Centre STAMFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 823 yd |
| New Charter Academy (Silver Sprints Campus) (Closed) Mossley Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 903 yd |
| Ashton-Under-Lyne Sixth Form College DARNTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 94.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.9% |
| 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 | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.