Ellerscroft is in New Mills, High Peak and in High Peak district. SK22 4JA is located in the New Mills East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of High Peak. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ellerscroft, New Mills, High Peak, SK22 4JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK22 4HY, SK22 4HZ, SK22 4JE, SK22 4JB, SK22 4HU, SK22 4HS, SK22 4HR, SK22 4JD, SK22 4HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK22 4JA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.8% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.2% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 24.1% | 30% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 40.8% | -14.4% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 13.9% | 6.5% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 11.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 44.7% | 38.6% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 40.2% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 16.5% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.7% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -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 | 23.2% | 18.8% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 10.3% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 12.6% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.5% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 14.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 31.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 98.8% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 97.4% | 97.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ellerscroft was 4.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.6% lower than the Blackbrook average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Ellerscroft has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Blackbrook and the 5th lowest crime rate of 303 local areas in High Peak .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellerscroft Bungalow Ellerscroft, High Peak, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2017-10-27 | £430,760 |
| 1 Ellerscroft, High Peak, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2014-08-01 | £366,477 |
| 1 Ellerscroft, High Peak, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,500 | 1999-10-22 | £347,274 |
| Ellerscroft Farm Ellerscroft, High Peak, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 1999-05-17 | £794,676 |
| 2 Ellerscroft, High Peak, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 1999-04-30 | £204,979 |
SK22 4JA 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mills Nursery School Sett Close , New Mills SK22 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's CofE Primary School Church Lane , New Mills SK22 4NP | 1out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornsett Primary School (High Peak Federation) Aspenshaw Road , Birch Vale SK22 1AT | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Mills Primary School Meadow Street , New Mills SK22 4AY | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Longlands Road , New Mills SK22 3BL | 3out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School (High Peak Federation) Buxton Road , SK22 3JS | 3out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mills School Church Lane , New Mills SK22 4NR | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Peak School Mudhurst Lane , Higher Disley SK12 2AP | - not rated | 5,165 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mills Football Club | Church Lane, New Mills | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sycamore Inn | Sycamore Road, Birch Vale | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Hill Fish and Chips | 120 High Hill Road, New Mills | 406 yd | |
| New Mills Cuisine | 90 Low Leighton Road, New Mills | 657 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birch Vale HAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 414 yd |
| Ollersett Avenue Watburn Road | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Church Lane (New Mills Afc) Church Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 923 yd |
| New Mills School Business And Enterprise College (Sports Field) Quarry Road | grass pitches | 1,031 yd |
| New Mills School - Business & Enterprise College Church Lane | 1,045 yd | |
| New Mills Bowls Cricket & Tennis Club CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,092 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.