Hardwick Mount is in Buxton and in High Peak district. SK17 6PL is located in the Buxton Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of High Peak. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hardwick Mount, Buxton, SK17 6PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK17 6DH, SK17 6PP, SK17 6PU, SK17 6PX, SK17 6DR, SK17 6DE, SK17 6PN, SK17 6DU, SK17 6PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK17 6PL has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents 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 | 50.8% | 49% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 6PL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% 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 | 43.8% | 44.8% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.5% | 18.1% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -26.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 17.6% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.9% | 40.8% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 28.6% | -6.1% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 22% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 9.3% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 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 | 24.2% | 20.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 14.2% | 5.0% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 13.2% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 11.9% | -1.9% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 32.9% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 7.9% | 1.8% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94% | 95.6% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 91.1% | 86.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 8.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 86.5% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 5% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hardwick Mount was 569.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 456.8% higher than the Barms average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hardwick Mount has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Barms and the 4th highest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 206.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Hardwick Gardens Hardwick Mount, Buxton, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-12-13 | £200,599 |
| 14 Hardwick Gardens Hardwick Mount, Buxton, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2023-12-08 | £222,425 |
| 3 Hardwick Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2023-09-28 | £241,162 |
| 2 Hardwick Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2022-02-25 | £183,270 |
| 5 Hardwick Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-02-19 | £205,831 |
SK17 6PL area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK17 6PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Infant School Hardwick Square , SK17 6QB | 4out of 4 | 251 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy Lightwood Road , SK17 7AN | 2out of 4 | 609 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Junior School Buxton Junior School , Mosley Road SK17 9DR | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant and Nursery School Fairfield Infant & Nursery School , Bench Road SK17 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Endowed CofE (C) Junior School Boarstone Lane , Fairfield SK17 7NA | 3out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy Palace Fields , SK17 6AF | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Community School College Road , SK17 9EA | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 307 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Meadows Country Care, the Meadows , Beech Lane SK17 8DJ | - not rated | 5,028 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Herb Garden Vegetarian Bistro | 26a Hardwick Street, Buxton | 44 yd | |
| Kwei Lin Chinese Restaurant | 1-2 Lower Hardwick Street, Buxton | 59 yd | |
| The Cafe @ The Green Pavillion | 4-6 Terrace Road, Buxton | 84 yd | |
| Fitzgeralds Craft Bakery Ltd | 12 Spring Gardens, Buxton | 85 yd | |
| Hargreaves Edwardian Tearoom | 16-18 Spring Gardens, Buxton | 87 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILTONS TAP | 63 Spring Gardens, Buxton | 195 yd | |
| Kings Head | Market Place, Buxton | 230 yd | |
| Red Willow Buxton | 1 Cavendish Circus, Buxton | 236 yd | |
| Lubens | 8a Hall Bank, Buxton | 245 yd | |
| Tap House and Cellar | George Street, Buxton | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs Plc | 30-32 Spring Gardens, Buxton | 105 yd | |
| Buxton Food Spot | 4 Market Place, Buxton | 256 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 9 The Quadrant, Buxton | 275 yd | |
| Thai Delight | 11 Bridge Street, Buxton | 322 yd | |
| Khomkhai Thai Cuisine | 5 Scarsdale Place, Buxton | 337 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Spring Gardens Centre, Buxton | 177 yd | |
| Morrisons branch 208 | Bakewell Road, Buxton | 859 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buxton Fc (The Tarmac Silverlands Stadium) SILVERLANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 354 yd |
| University Of Derby (Buxton Campus) (Closed) DEVONSHIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 410 yd |
| Spindles At The Palace Hotel (Buxton) PALACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 428 yd |
| Buxton Swimming And Fitness Centre BUXTON SWIMMING AND FITNESS CENTRE BUXTON SWIMMING AND FITNESS CENTRE ST JOHNS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 542 yd |
| St Thomas More Catholic School PALACE ROAD | 542 yd | |
| Ashwood Park GRANBY ROAD | tennis courts | 572 yd |
| The Park (Buxton Cricket Tennis And Bowls Club) Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 717 yd |
| Hogshaw HOGSHAW VILLAS ROAD | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Cote Heath Recreation Ground KENTS BANK ROAD | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| Buxton Junior School MOSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.