Buxton Road is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK2 7DE is located in the Offerton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buxton Road, Stockport, SK2 7DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK2 7DD, SK2 7NL, SK2 7JX, SK2 7PN, SK2 7JU, SK2 7JJ, SK2 7DG, SK2 7DQ, SK2 7PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK2 7DE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.4% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.6% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 36.1% | 36.6% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 44% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 5.1% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 49.3% | 51.4% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 27.9% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 12.7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 20.2% | 16.1% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 7.8% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.9% | 15.1% | -6.8% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 37.2% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 0.5% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.4% | 86.2% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 4.8% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.9% 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 | 92.8% | 89.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 6.5% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 89.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.7% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buxton Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Davenport & Cale Green 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 -16.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 316B Buxton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2010-04-08 | £761,456 |
SK2 7DE 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,210 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 3,481 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 5,351 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Moor Infant School Southwood Road , Great Moor SK2 7DG | 4out of 4 | 166 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Moor Junior School Great Moor Junior School , Southwood Road SK2 7DG | 3out of 4 | 166 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Primary School Buxton Road , Heaviley SK2 6NX | 3out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's Catholic Primary School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove Primary School Chapel Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4JH | 3out of 4 | 1,622 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 339 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 2,849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 3,580 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 3,716 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 4,806 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport Grammar School Buxton Road , SK2 7AF | - not rated | 286 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hulme Hall Grammar School Beech Avenue , Stockport SK3 8HA | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Stockport Belgrave House , 211 Chestergate SK3 0AN | - not rated | 3,262 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mama Flo's | 314 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 29 yd | |
| Subway | 335-337 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 58 yd | |
| Casa Burritos | 321A Buxton Road, Great Moor | 91 yd | |
| Bonochi | 356 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 135 yd | |
| Zulaika Indian Restaurant | 405-407 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 182 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Moor Conservative Club | 26 Store Street, Great Moor | 134 yd | |
| The Dog And Partridge | Dog And Partridge, 272 Buxton Road | 256 yd | |
| Moorish | 467 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 383 yd | |
| The Crown | Crown Inn, 414-416 Buxton Road | 402 yd | |
| Ukkrainian Social Club | 185 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savoury Shawarma | 326 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 29 yd | |
| Chicketo's | 312A Buxton Road, Great Moor | 29 yd | |
| Home Run Pizzas | 312B Buxton Road, Great Moor | 29 yd | |
| Pizza Coco T/A W.T.F | 314C Buxton Road, Great Moor | 29 yd | |
| Food For Thought | Cameo House, 321 Buxton Road | 58 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 355-359 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 58 yd | |
| Woodsmoor Post Office/Go Local Extra | Woodsmoor Post Office, 64 Woodsmoor Lane | 692 yd | |
| N J R Mini Market | 200 Lowndes Lane, Offerton | 873 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, 1 London Road | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Moor Park Norwood Road | grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Stockport School MILE END LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 407 yd |
| Stockport Grammar School BUXTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 473 yd |
| Davenport Lawn Tennis Club GLENWOOD GROVE | tennis courts | 679 yd |
| Stockport Grammar School Playing Fields DIALSTONE LANE | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Body Fitnesse (Closed) Unit 15B Unit 15B Bramhall Moor Lane | health and fitness suite | 929 yd |
| Dialstone Recreation Centre (Closed) Lisburne Lane | 1,010 yd | |
| Green Lane Recreation Ground NEVILLE STREET | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.