Dovebrook Close is in Carrbrook, Stalybridge and in Tameside district. SK15 3NH is located in the Stalybridge North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stalybridge and Hyde. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dovebrook Close, Carrbrook, Stalybridge, SK15 3NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK15 3NR, SK15 3RE, SK15 3NL, SK15 3RB, SK15 3NJ, SK15 3NN, SK15 3RG, SK15 3RA, SK15 3RH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK15 3NH 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 | 49.2% | 50.6% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.4% | -1.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SK15 3NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% 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 | 22.1% | 27.6% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.9% | 58.9% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 5.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 55.8% | 51% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 32% | 34.8% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 10.5% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 18.4% | 12.9% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 7% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 16.2% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.3% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 17.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 36.4% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.8% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.7% | 98% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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% | 97.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.7% | 37.2% | -11.5% |
| Christian | 70.1% | 46.2% | 23.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dovebrook Close 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 -25.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Dovebrook Close, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-06-09 | £278,766 |
| 3A Dovebrook Close, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2015-09-18 | £335,231 |
| 6 Dovebrook Close, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2010-10-28 | £433,713 |
| 5 Dovebrook Close, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2004-11-26 | £384,637 |
| 3 Dovebrook Close, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £53,500 | 1996-08-16 | £288,618 |
SK15 3NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 127 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckton Vale Primary School Swallow Lane , Carrbrook SK15 3NU | 3out of 4 | 450 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School Bank Road , Off Huddersfield Road SK15 3JX | 4out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Micklehurst All Saints CofE Primary School The Rowans , Mossley OL5 9DR | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Raphael's Catholic Primary School Huddersfield Road , Millbrook SK15 3JL | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Primary School Valeside , Mossley OL5 0AP | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mossley Hollins High School Huddersfield Road , Mossley OL5 9DP | 4out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copley Academy Huddersfield Road , SK15 3RR | 1out of 4 | 2,516 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 3,490 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 3,625 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 3,896 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,818 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 4,395 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 | 2,959 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bright Futures School Friezland Lane , Greenfield OL3 7EU | - not rated | 3,468 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 3,887 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Birbeck Street , Off High Street SK15 1SH | - not rated | 4,059 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 4,798 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muscle Fuel - At Mossley Health And Fitness Centre | Squire Mill, Micklehurst Road | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford Arms | Stamford Arms, 815 Huddersfield Road | 347 yd | |
| Micklehurst Cricket Club | Micklehurst Cricket Club, Castle Lane | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrbrook Flavours | Carrbrook Flavours, 15 Buckton Vale Road | 320 yd | |
| China Garden | China Garden, 11 Buckton Vale Road | 320 yd | |
| Farries | 1 Crowswood Plaza, Crowswood Drive | 386 yd | |
| Cookie Monstaz | 2 Crowswood Plaza, Crowswood Drive | 386 yd | |
| Buckton Deli | 2 Crowswood Plaza, Crowswood Drive | 386 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stamford Golf Club OAKFIELD OAKFIELD HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | golf | 225 yd |
| Micklehurst Cricket & Social Club RICHMOND LODGE RICHMOND LODGE HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Egmont Street Playing Fields EGMONT STREET | grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.12 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.62 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.