Bracadale Drive is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK3 8RS is located in the Davenport & Cale Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bracadale Drive, Stockport, SK3 8RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK3 8RT, SK3 8RU, SK3 8QZ, SK3 8SE, SK3 8RX, SK3 8QT, SK3 8RZ, SK3 8SU, SK3 8QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK3 8RS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.7% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.3% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 SK3 8RS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.6% 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 | 36.6% | 49.6% | 13.0% | 37.9% | 11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 33.2% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.4% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% | 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 | 44.2% | 45.7% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 38.4% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 11.1% | -6.2% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 15.6% | 15.8% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 12.6% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 13% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 17.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 32.4% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 90% | 89.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
In this area, 87.2% 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% | 87.2% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 86.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 4.5% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bracadale Drive 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 -25.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Bracadale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-02-07 | £296,447 |
| 4 Bracadale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-12-10 | £186,730 |
| 43 Bracadale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2024-10-16 | £248,758 |
| 61 Bracadale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-08-30 | £249,136 |
| 29 Bracadale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-06-27 | £224,407 |
SK3 8RS 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 2,121 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,139 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 3,997 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 5,409 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adswood Primary School Garners Lane , Adswood SK3 8PQ | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Catholic Primary School Rostrevor Road , Adswood SK3 8LQ | 3out of 4 | 489 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cale Green Primary School Shaw Road South , Shaw Heath SK3 8JG | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Hall Primary School Cuddington Crescent , Bridge Hall SK3 8LX | 3out of 4 | 920 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Primary School Buxton Road , Heaviley SK2 6NX | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,532 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 2,966 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 3,052 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 3,393 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 1,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 3,307 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulme Hall Grammar School Beech Avenue , Stockport SK3 8HA | - not rated | 627 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Grammar School Buxton Road , SK2 7AF | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Stockport Belgrave House , 211 Chestergate SK3 0AN | - not rated | 2,213 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pendlebury Centre Edgeley Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0RJ | 4out of 4 | 2,598 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 3,090 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richard House | 69-73 Beech Road, Cale Green | 543 yd | |
| Chinese 203 Restaurant | 203 Bramhall Lane, Cale Green | 601 yd | |
| Funky Monkey Coffee Company Ltd | 175 Bramhall Lane, Cale Green | 601 yd | |
| Adswood Youth Centre | Adswood Youth Club, Neston Grove | 621 yd | |
| Flora Cafe | 207 Garners Lane, Adswood | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport Cricket Club | 75 Beech Road, Cale Green | 543 yd | |
| Jolly Sailor | 218 Bramhall Lane, Davenport | 774 yd | |
| The Plough | 197 Shaw Heath, Cale Green | 880 yd | |
| Parkside Social Club | 66 Midland Road, Bramhall | 899 yd | |
| Duke Of York | 113 Buxton Road, Heaviley | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luciano Pizza | 132A Bramhall Lane, Davenport | 368 yd | |
| Mayflower | 128 Bramhall Lane, Davenport | 368 yd | |
| Spice Eats | 168 Bramhall Lane, Davenport | 398 yd | |
| Le Pizze Vere | 233 Bramhall Lane, Cale Green | 524 yd | |
| Just Desserts Bakery And Just Pizza | 203A Bramhall Lane, Cale Green | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Convenience Store | 126 Bramhall Lane, Davenport | 368 yd | |
| Spar | 209-213 Bramhall Lane, Cale Green | 496 yd | |
| One Stop | 189 Bramhall Lane, Cale Green | 601 yd | |
| Raja Bros | 333 Adswood Road, Adswood | 770 yd | |
| Raja Bros | 73 Lowfield Road, Cale Green | 956 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cale Green Park CALE GREEN PARK CALE GREEN PARK HEATH ROAD | tennis courts | 352 yd |
| Stockport Cricket Club BEECH ROAD | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Oriel Bank School (Closed) Devonshire Park Road | 496 yd | |
| Hillcrest Grammar School (Closed) Beech Avenue | 578 yd | |
| St Ambrose Rc Primary School Rostrevor Road | grass pitches | 580 yd |
| Davenport Playing Fields BURLINGTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Adswood Primary School Garners Lane | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Bakery Bridge ROSTREVOR PARK ROSTREVOR PARK ROSTREVOR ROAD | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Hulme Hall Grammar School HILLCREST COTTAGE HILLCREST COTTAGE BEECH AVENUE | 627 yd | |
| Heathfield Annexe (Closed) Bramhall Lane | grass pitches | 782 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.