Hardwick Square South is in Buxton and in High Peak district. SK17 6PZ 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 Hardwick Square South, Buxton, SK17 6PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK17 6QA, SK17 6ZD, SK17 6NQ, SK17 6PY, SK17 6EE, SK17 6JZ, SK17 6EB, SK17 6JY, SK17 6LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK17 6PZ is primarily male, with 54.8% 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 | 50.6% | 45.2% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -5.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 54.8% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 5.8% |
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 6PZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% 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 | 47.5% | 43.7% | -3.8% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 29% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 19% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 9.9% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 45.4% | 48.4% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 28% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 16% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 5.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 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 | 17.2% | 14% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 9.6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 13.1% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21% | 17.9% | -3.1% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 40.6% | 12.4% | 33.8% | 6.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 96% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 95.9% | 91.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 91.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1.6% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 38.2% | 46.2% | -8.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hardwick Square South was 167.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.5% higher than the Barms average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hardwick Square South has the 10th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Barms and the 27th highest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Hardwick Close, Buxton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2014-09-11 | £198,298 |
| 3 Hardwick Close, Buxton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £84,250 | 2014-05-09 | £142,363 |
| 7 Hardwick Square South, Buxton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2006-04-13 | £201,443 |
| 3 Hardwick Square South, Buxton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2003-09-12 | £188,509 |
| 7 Hardwick Square South, Buxton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £57,500 | 2001-08-21 | £199,593 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Infant School Hardwick Square , SK17 6QB | 4out of 4 | 202 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Junior School Buxton Junior School , Mosley Road SK17 9DR | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy Lightwood Road , SK17 7AN | 2out of 4 | 847 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant and Nursery School Fairfield Infant & Nursery School , Bench Road SK17 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Endowed CofE (C) Junior School Boarstone Lane , Fairfield SK17 7NA | 3out of 4 | 1,389 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 | 730 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Community School College Road , SK17 9EA | 3out of 4 | 899 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 | 486 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Meadows Country Care, the Meadows , Beech Lane SK17 8DJ | - not rated | 5,258 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brick Corner | 2-4 South Avenue, Buxton | 28 yd | |
| Buxton Conservative Club | 3-5 Concert Place, Buxton | 84 yd | |
| Olive Tree | 9 Concert Place, Buxton | 98 yd | |
| Michelangelos (Buxton ) Ltd | 1 Market Place, Buxton | 115 yd | |
| Khomkhai | 9 Market Street, Buxton | 119 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head | Market Place, Buxton | 176 yd | |
| Eagle Hotel | 10 Eagle Parade, Buxton | 195 yd | |
| Lubens | 8a Hall Bank, Buxton | 220 yd | |
| The Vault | 2-4 High Street, Buxton | 273 yd | |
| The Ale Stop | 3 Chapel Street, Buxton | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Food Spot | 4 Market Place, Buxton | 113 yd | |
| Buffet Angels | 11a Market Street, Buxton | 133 yd | |
| Khomkhai Thai Cuisine | 5 Scarsdale Place, Buxton | 151 yd | |
| Big Chef of Buxton | 7 High Street, Buxton | 243 yd | |
| Forbesy's Food Shack | 77 Dale Road, Buxton | 245 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Spring Gardens Centre, Buxton | 414 yd | |
| Morrisons branch 208 | Bakewell Road, Buxton | 747 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buxton Fc (The Tarmac Silverlands Stadium) SILVERLANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 340 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 | 560 yd |
| University Of Derby (Buxton Campus) (Closed) DEVONSHIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 562 yd |
| Cote Heath Recreation Ground KENTS BANK ROAD | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Ashwood Park GRANBY ROAD | tennis courts | 616 yd |
| Spindles At The Palace Hotel (Buxton) PALACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 626 yd |
| St Thomas More Catholic School PALACE ROAD | 771 yd | |
| Buxton Junior School MOSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| The Park (Buxton Cricket Tennis And Bowls Club) Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 810 yd |
| Buxton Community School COLLEGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 941 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 | 31.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.18 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.