High Street is in Buxton and in High Peak district. SK17 6EY is located in the Buxton Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of High Peak. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Buxton, SK17 6EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK17 6EZ, SK17 6ET, SK17 6HA, SK17 6EU, SK17 6HP, SK17 6GE, SK17 6LJ, SK17 6LL, SK17 6LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK17 6EY is primarily male, with 56.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 43.7% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -7.3% |
| Male | 52.9% | 56.3% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 7.3% |
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 SK17 6EY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.1% 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 | 56.4% | 53.1% | -3.3% | 37.9% | 15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.1% | 26% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -18.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 15.9% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 48% | 45.6% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 34.7% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 15.1% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 14.4% | 11.8% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13.7% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 12.9% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 8.6% | 7.6% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 25.4% | 22.4% | -3.0% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 30.2% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 6.9% | 0.4% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
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 | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 94.7% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 84% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 84% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 7.7% | 9.4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 84.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 2.1% | -3.3% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| Turkey | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 312.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 205.1% higher than the Barms average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Barms and the 12th highest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 180.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Hobsons Court High Street, Buxton, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2015-02-27 | £173,624 |
| 1 Hobsons Court High Street, Buxton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2015-01-16 | £254,041 |
| 2 Hobsons Court High Street, Buxton, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2004-04-02 | £211,993 |
| 2 Hobsons Court High Street, Buxton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2002-06-20 | £198,790 |
| 2 Hobsons Court High Street, Buxton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £37,000 | 1998-04-20 | £178,041 |
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Infant School Hardwick Square , SK17 6QB | 4out of 4 | 473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Junior School Buxton Junior School , Mosley Road SK17 9DR | 3out of 4 | 546 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy Lightwood Road , SK17 7AN | 2out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burbage Primary School Cavendish Avenue , Burbage SK17 9AE | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant and Nursery School Fairfield Infant & Nursery School , Bench Road SK17 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Community School College Road , SK17 9EA | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy Palace Fields , SK17 6AF | 3out of 4 | 954 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton and Leek College Devonshire Road , SK17 6RY | - not rated | 640 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Mahal | 35 High Street, Buxton | 41 yd | |
| Noonology | 15 High Street, Buxton | 41 yd | |
| Cheshire Cheese | 37 High Street, Buxton | 50 yd | |
| Bar Wan | 5 High Street, Buxton | 77 yd | |
| Buxton Methodist Church Luncheon Club | Chapel Street, Buxton | 93 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Sun Inn | 33 High Street, Buxton | 28 yd | |
| Queens Head Hotel | High Street, Buxton | 53 yd | |
| THE SWAN INN | 40 High Street, Buxton | 70 yd | |
| The Vault | 2-4 High Street, Buxton | 90 yd | |
| The Ale Stop | 3 Chapel Street, Buxton | 95 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Corner Cupboard | 31 High Street, Buxton | 19 yd | |
| Lucky Lotus Takeaway | 21 High Street, Buxton | 26 yd | |
| Buxton Charcoal Grill | 14 High Street, Buxton | 54 yd | |
| The Best | 8 High Street, Buxton | 65 yd | |
| Big Chef of Buxton | 7 High Street, Buxton | 67 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Spring Gardens Centre, Buxton | 658 yd | |
| Morrisons branch 208 | Bakewell Road, Buxton | 887 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buxton Swimming And Fitness Centre BUXTON SWIMMING AND FITNESS CENTRE BUXTON SWIMMING AND FITNESS CENTRE ST JOHNS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 517 yd |
| Cote Heath Recreation Ground KENTS BANK ROAD | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| Buxton Junior School MOSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Buxton Fc (The Tarmac Silverlands Stadium) SILVERLANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Buxton Community School COLLEGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 654 yd |
| University Of Derby (Buxton Campus) (Closed) DEVONSHIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 673 yd |
| Spindles At The Palace Hotel (Buxton) PALACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 784 yd |
| The Park (Buxton Cricket Tennis And Bowls Club) Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 814 yd |
| Ashwood Park GRANBY ROAD | tennis courts | 880 yd |
| St Thomas More Catholic School PALACE ROAD | 970 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 | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.