Dial Road is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK2 7QB 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 Dial Road, Stockport, SK2 7QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK2 7QD, SK2 7QA, SK2 7QE, SK2 7LE, SK2 7PR, SK2 7PY, SK2 7LF, SK2 7LD, SK2 7PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK2 7QB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 49.6% | 48.3% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.7% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 31.7% | 36% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 49.6% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 6.8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.7% | 53.2% | 4.5% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 36.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 8.9% | -2.7% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around SK2 7QB this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.6% | 9.7% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 9% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 16.5% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 20.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 34.2% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.8% | 92.2% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.4% 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% | 91.4% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 5.8% | 2.8% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 91.4% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.9% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dial 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 risen by about 4.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Dial Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-12-20 | £294,818 |
| 6 Dial Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2024-06-14 | £263,417 |
| 1 Dial Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £233,500 | 2022-08-26 | £239,798 |
| 24 Dial Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-04-14 | £304,374 |
| 25 Dial Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-04-14 | £266,327 |
SK2 7QB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 134 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,316 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 3,660 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 | 561 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Moor Junior School Great Moor Junior School , Southwood Road SK2 7DG | 3out of 4 | 561 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's Catholic Primary School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 3out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dial Park Primary School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove Primary School Chapel Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4JH | 3out of 4 | 1,489 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 | 428 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 2,402 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 3,178 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 3,345 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 3,369 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,112 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 5,176 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 | 615 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 1,720 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hulme Hall Grammar School Beech Avenue , Stockport SK3 8HA | - not rated | 1,773 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Stockport Belgrave House , 211 Chestergate SK3 0AN | - not rated | 3,360 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zulaika Indian Restaurant | 405-407 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 309 yd | |
| Bonochi | 356 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 346 yd | |
| Subway | 335-337 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 369 yd | |
| Casa Burritos | 321A Buxton Road, Great Moor | 409 yd | |
| Mama Flo's | 314 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Moor Conservative Club | 26 Store Street, Great Moor | 277 yd | |
| Moorish | 467 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 378 yd | |
| The Crown | Crown Inn, 414-416 Buxton Road | 440 yd | |
| The Dog And Partridge | Dog And Partridge, 272 Buxton Road | 579 yd | |
| Ukkrainian Social Club | 185 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatolian Turkish Grill | 409 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 309 yd | |
| New Sagor Tandoori | 381 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 309 yd | |
| Crossleys Bakers | 377-379 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 309 yd | |
| Canadian Charcoal Pit | 372 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 352 yd | |
| Fishers | 461 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 355-359 Buxton Road, Great Moor | 369 yd | |
| N J R Mini Market | 200 Lowndes Lane, Offerton | 796 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, 1 London Road | 912 yd | |
| Aldi | 126 Lisburne Lane, Offerton | 1,051 yd | |
| Woodsmoor Post Office/Go Local Extra | Woodsmoor Post Office, 64 Woodsmoor Lane | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stockport Grammar School Playing Fields DIALSTONE LANE | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Stockport School MILE END LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 539 yd |
| Dialstone Recreation Centre (Closed) Lisburne Lane | 634 yd | |
| Great Moor Park Norwood Road | grass pitches | 666 yd |
| Stockport Grammar School BUXTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 768 yd |
| Hillcrest Playing Fields HILLCREST PLAYING FIELDS HILLCREST PLAYING FIELDS HILLCREST ROAD | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Body Fitnesse (Closed) Unit 15B Unit 15B Bramhall Moor Lane | health and fitness suite | 1,030 yd |
| Green Lane Recreation Ground NEVILLE STREET | grass pitches | 1,060 yd |
| Davenport Lawn Tennis Club GLENWOOD GROVE | tennis courts | 1,075 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Stockport) DIALSTONE LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,082 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.