Longridge Avenue is in Stalybridge and in Tameside district. SK15 1HL 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 Longridge Avenue, Stalybridge, SK15 1HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK15 1HN, SK15 1HG, SK15 1ET, SK15 1HJ, SK15 1HP, SK15 1HW, SK15 1HZ, SK15 3PT, SK15 1HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK15 1HL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51.1% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.7% | 48.9% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 SK15 1HL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 28.7% | 31.4% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 55.5% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6.2% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 50.9% | 50.2% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 32.8% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 14.6% | 6.2% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 14.7% | 12.4% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 11.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 16.8% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.2% | 23% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 28.8% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.4% | 97.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longridge Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Mossley 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 fallen by about -11.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Longridge Avenue, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,500 | 2022-07-14 | £251,824 |
| 66 Longridge Avenue, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-08-18 | £289,005 |
| 56 Longridge Avenue, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2020-03-18 | £240,946 |
| 35 Longridge Avenue, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-05-16 | £371,719 |
| 70 Longridge Avenue, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2008-08-08 | £254,781 |
SK15 1HL 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 | 131 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Other | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlies Primary School Broadhill Road , SK15 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 268 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Springs Primary Academy School Crescent , SK15 1EA | 2out of 4 | 604 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inspire Academy Mossley Road , Ashton Under Lyne OL6 9RU | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosehill Methodist Primary Academy Rose Hill Road , OL6 8YG | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School, Stalybridge Huddersfield Road , SK15 2PT | 3out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Copley Academy Huddersfield Road , SK15 3RR | 1out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 2,268 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 2,299 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | 3out of 4 | 3,148 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,436 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 1,966 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works 4 U Summort (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) The Peacock , SK15 1EB | - not rated | 563 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Birbeck Street , Off High Street SK15 1SH | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cromwell High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,285 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LD | 3out of 4 | 3,411 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works 4U At The Peacock | The Peacock, Ambleside | 631 yd | |
| Heroes Of Waterloo | Heroes Of Waterloo Hotel, 3 Mossley Road | 909 yd | |
| Fox Tavern | Fox Tavern, Ridge Hill Lane | 1,035 yd | |
| Church Inn | Church Inn, 31 Wakefield Road | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longlife Fish And Chips | Longlife Fish And Chips, 2 Ladysmith Road | 390 yd | |
| Village Chippy | Village Chippy, 4 St Georges Street | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel Laycock School (Closed) Mereside | 791 yd | |
| Stalybridge Celtic Juniors Football Club STALYBRIDGE JUNIOR SOCCER CENTRE STALYBRIDGE JUNIOR SOCCER CENTRE MOSSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 823 yd |
| Stamford Park SPRINGS RISE | grass pitches | 940 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.59 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.59 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.55 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.