Dewsnap Lane is in Dukinfield and in Tameside district. SK16 5AN is located in the Dukinfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Denton and Reddish. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dewsnap Lane, Dukinfield, SK16 5AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK16 5AQ, SK16 5RP, SK16 5RD, SK16 5AF, SK16 5RZ, SK16 5AH, SK16 5RB, SK16 5AL, SK16 5AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK16 5AN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.9% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.1% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.9% | 33.5% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 48.7% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 4.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 13% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 3.5% | -4.4% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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% | 50.5% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 32.4% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 21.1% | 16.9% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 13.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.7% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 22.9% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 25.1% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 96.9% | 92.7% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.2% | 94.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dewsnap Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Dukinfield 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 -8.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 Dewsnap Lane, Dukinfield, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-01-28 | £199,051 |
| 151 Dewsnap Lane, Dukinfield, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-06 | £192,986 |
| 86 Dewsnap Lane, Dukinfield, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £281,500 | 2023-05-19 | £309,564 |
| 101 Dewsnap Lane, Dukinfield, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-03-29 | £251,395 |
| 114 Dewsnap Lane, Dukinfield, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-01-07 | £272,570 |
SK16 5AN 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LB | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yew Tree Primary School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensfield Primary School Clarendon Street , SK16 4JG | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School, Dukinfield Westmorland Avenue , SK16 5JA | 3out of 4 | 1,109 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Flowery Field Primary School Off Old Road , SK14 4SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | 3out of 4 | 659 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 973 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde High School Old Road , SK14 4SP | 2out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 2,449 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 2,518 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 2,226 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 2,790 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 2out of 4 | 685 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LD | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cromwell High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 973 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Ashton School Bennett Street , SK14 4SS | 3out of 4 | 985 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Birbeck Street , Off High Street SK15 1SH | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Community Cafe At The Together Centre | Loxley House, 85 Birch Lane | 409 yd | |
| ITRAIN Gym | Dukinfield Swimming Baths, Birch Lane | 513 yd | |
| Cromwell Tea Room | Cromwell High School, Yew Tree Lane | 790 yd | |
| Nana Josies Sandwich Shop | Nana Josies Sandwich Shop, 70 Yew Tree Lane | 791 yd | |
| Herb & Spice | Herb & Spice, 99 Foundry Street | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatsheaf Inn | Wheatsheaf Inn, 41 Birch Lane | 744 yd | |
| The Albion Hotel | Albion Hotel, 66 Jeffreys Drive | 767 yd | |
| Dukinfield Rugby Union Football Club | Dukinfield Rugby Union Football Club, Birch Lane | 821 yd | |
| The George And Dragon | George And Dragon, 23 Bennett Street | 926 yd | |
| The Lodge Hotel | Lodge Hotel, 144 Cheetham Hill Road | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supa Sarnies | Supa Sarnies, 318 King Street | 554 yd | |
| Fish And Chips & Chinese Meals | Fish And Chips & Chinese Meals, 417 King Street | 554 yd | |
| Wheelers Traditional Fish And Chips | Wheelers Traditional Fish And Chips, 2 Westbury Street | 669 yd | |
| Concord Chippy | Concord Chippy, 34 Concord Way | 853 yd | |
| Ls Kitchen | Ls Kitchen, 11 Concord Way | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket, Foundry Street | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Armadale Road Playing Fields 96A 96A ARMADALE ROAD | grass pitches | 315 yd |
| Blocksages Playing Fields BIRCH LANE | grass pitches | 420 yd |
| Dewsnap Lane Playing Fields KING STREET | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Itrain BIRCH LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 546 yd |
| All Saints Catholic College Roman Catholic Sixth Form College Roman Catholic Sixth Form College Kenyon Avenue | grass pitches | 580 yd |
| Village Gym (Hyde) CAPTAIN CLARKE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 686 yd |
| Astley Sports Village Yew Tree Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 801 yd |
| Leigh Fold Playing Fields LEIGH FOLD | grass pitches | 910 yd |
| Cromwell High School CORONATION AVENUE | 958 yd | |
| Bennett Street Playing Fields SHELLEY GROVE | grass pitches | 1,032 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 165.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.