Chatham Street is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK3 9JT is located in the Edgeley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chatham Street, Stockport, SK3 9JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK3 9JY, SK3 9JZ, SK3 9JN, SK3 9JU, SK3 9LA, SK3 9ER, SK3 9JS, SK3 9ET, SK3 9JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK3 9JT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 50.6% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 53% | 49.4% | -3.6% | 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.
In the immediate area around SK3 9JT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.2% 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 | 40.2% | 49.2% | 9.0% | 37.9% | 11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 35% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.7% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 3% | -6.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 46.2% | 48.1% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 29.4% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 12.3% | -5.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 7.7% | 4.7% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 2.6% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 28.6% | 23% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 8.7% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 10.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 6.6% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 19.4% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 29.6% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.6% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 12.4% | 3.8% | -8.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 80.3% | 77.1% | -3.2% | 81.4% | -4.3% |
| Other | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 1.6% | 6.0% |
In this area, 82.1% 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 | 84.6% | 82.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.5% | 6.4% | -2.1% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.6% | 81.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 9.7% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 3% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.8% | 1.7% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 9% | 6.5% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 1.3% | 6.0% | -4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chatham Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Brinnington & Stockport Central 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 -16.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Chatham Street, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £245,032 | 2023-04-06 | £261,571 |
| 101 Chatham Street, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-10-14 | £244,762 |
| 123 Chatham Street, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-07-24 | £253,106 |
| 116 Chatham Street, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2019-03-15 | £198,119 |
| 109 Chatham Street, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2018-03-23 | £187,945 |
SK3 9JT 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 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 375 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 608 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 2,249 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,076 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lark Hill Primary School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 2out of 4 | 375 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Park Primary School Bombay Road , Edgeley SK3 9RF | 4out of 4 | 537 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary School Bowdon Street , Edgeley SK3 9EA | 3out of 4 | 548 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Old Chapel Street , Edgeley SK3 9HX | 3out of 4 | 690 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Hall Primary School Cuddington Crescent , Bridge Hall SK3 8LX | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Roman Catholic High School, A Voluntary Academy Glenfield Road , Heaton Chapel SK4 2QP | - not rated | 2,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | 4out of 4 | 2,595 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 2,868 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 3,434 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,197 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 3,379 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools - Stockport Belgrave House , 211 Chestergate SK3 0AN | - not rated | 681 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pendlebury Centre Edgeley Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0RJ | 4out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hulme Hall Grammar School Beech Avenue , Stockport SK3 8HA | - not rated | 1,553 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat House 6 Lower Moat Close , Heaton Norris SK4 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Covenant Christian School 48 Heaton Moor Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4NX | - not rated | 2,607 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgeley Community Church | Edgeley Methodist Church, Edgeley Road | 274 yd | |
| ST4ND | Edgeley Methodist Church, Edgeley Road | 274 yd | |
| Olive | 88-90 Castle Street, Edgeley | 300 yd | |
| The Friary | 108-110 Castle Street, Edgeley | 300 yd | |
| Caker St | 97 Castle Street, Edgeley | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak, 124 Castle Street | 259 yd | |
| Edgeley Conservative Club | Flat, Edgeley Conservative Club | 273 yd | |
| Sir Robert Peel | 83 Castle Street, Edgeley | 348 yd | |
| The Prince Albert | Prince Albert, 107 Castle Street | 348 yd | |
| Edgeley & Shaw Heath Labour Club | Edgeley And Shaw Heath Labour Club, Hardcastle Road | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shookys | Unit To The Rear Of, 2A Torkington Street | 102 yd | |
| New Garden | 185 Chatham Street, Edgeley | 246 yd | |
| Rainbow House | 62 Old Chapel Street, Edgeley | 273 yd | |
| Bombay Castle | 104-106 Castle Street, Edgeley | 300 yd | |
| Guilty Pleasures At The Alexandra | Alexandra Hotel, 195 Northgate Road | 316 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nine Til Nine | 124 Grenville Street, Edgeley | 124 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 84-86 Castle Street, Edgeley | 300 yd | |
| Big Saver | 168 Northgate Road, Edgeley | 304 yd | |
| Pound Express | 89 Castle Street, Edgeley | 348 yd | |
| Edgeley Discount Store | 43 Castle Street, Edgeley | 500 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Park LOTTERY STREET | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Lark Hill Primary School NORTHGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 467 yd |
| Edgeley Park Stadium (Stockport County Fc) EDGELEY PARK EDGELEY PARK HARDCASTLE ROAD | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Our Lady'S Catholic Primary School OLD CHAPEL STREET | artificial grass pitch | 583 yd |
| The Armoury T A CENTRE T A CENTRE GREEK STREET | 707 yd | |
| Stockport Academy HEATHBANK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 768 yd |
| Life Leisure Grand Central Wellington Road South | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 839 yd |
| Life Leisure Avondale Heathbank Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 842 yd |
| Workhouse Gym (Closed) Shaw Heath | health and fitness suite | 918 yd |
| Reflections (Closed) Heaton Lane | health and fitness suite | 934 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 | 126.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.