Corbar Woods Lane is in Buxton and in High Peak district. SK17 6RH is located in the Corbar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of High Peak. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Corbar Woods Lane, Buxton, SK17 6RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK17 6RQ, SK17 6RU, SK17 6SA, SK17 6FB, SK17 6RL, SK17 6GR, SK17 6TH, SK17 6SZ, SK17 6RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK17 6RH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 51.4% | 47.6% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 52.4% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 22.4% | 26.3% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 49.6% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1.5% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 16.4% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 32.4% | 37.6% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 45.3% | 40.1% | -5.2% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 19.9% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 27.4% | 18.4% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 10% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.6% | 11.1% | 3.5% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 39.1% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 5.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.2% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.6% | 95.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 94.8% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Corbar Woods Lane was 53.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.0% lower than the Barms average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Corbar Woods Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Barms and the 150th lowest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glade Corbar Woods Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2020-12-11 | £624,779 |
| Braemar Corbar Woods Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-08-19 | £548,722 |
| Braemar Corbar Woods Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2013-08-30 | £437,711 |
| Braemar Corbar Woods Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2002-06-28 | £496,311 |
| The Glade Corbar Woods Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 1998-05-22 | £514,526 |
SK17 6RH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK17 6RH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy Lightwood Road , SK17 7AN | 2out of 4 | 660 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Infant School Hardwick Square , SK17 6QB | 4out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burbage Primary School Cavendish Avenue , Burbage SK17 9AE | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant and Nursery School Fairfield Infant & Nursery School , Bench Road SK17 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Junior School Buxton Junior School , Mosley Road SK17 9DR | 3out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Community 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 | 577 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton Community School College Road , SK17 9EA | 3out of 4 | 1,590 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 | 559 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Meadows Country Care, the Meadows , Beech Lane SK17 8DJ | - not rated | 4,688 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cavendish Hospital (Trust) | 24 Manchester Road, Buxton | 149 yd | |
| Balcony Cafe - University of Derby | Devonshire Road, Buxton | 362 yd | |
| Harpur's Bistro @ University of Derby | Devonshire Road, Buxton | 362 yd | |
| Cavendish Kitchen | 10 Cavendish Circus, Buxton | 594 yd | |
| St Moritz | 7 Cavendish Circus, Buxton | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beer and Bean | 8 Cavendish Circus, Buxton | 603 yd | |
| The Old Clubhouse | 3 Water Street, Buxton | 613 yd | |
| Red Willow Buxton | 1 Cavendish Circus, Buxton | 627 yd | |
| Tap House and Cellar | George Street, Buxton | 629 yd | |
| Cavendish Views Catering | Watford Road, Buxton | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 9 The Quadrant, Buxton | 590 yd | |
| Greggs Plc | 30-32 Spring Gardens, Buxton | 795 yd | |
| Thai Delight | 11 Bridge Street, Buxton | 948 yd | |
| Buxton Food Spot | 4 Market Place, Buxton | 967 yd | |
| Southern Fried Chicken | 6 Bridge Street, Buxton | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Spring Gardens Centre, Buxton | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Park (Buxton Cricket Tennis And Bowls Club) Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 411 yd |
| Spindles At The Palace Hotel (Buxton) PALACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 440 yd |
| St Thomas More Catholic School PALACE ROAD | 466 yd | |
| University Of Derby (Buxton Campus) (Closed) DEVONSHIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 477 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 | 669 yd |
| Cavendish Golf Club WATFORD ROAD | golf | 766 yd |
| Hogshaw HOGSHAW VILLAS ROAD | grass pitches | 926 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.