Nursery Road is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK4 2ND is located in the Heatons South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nursery Road, Stockport, SK4 2ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK4 2HZ, SK4 2NE, SK4 2JA, SK4 2HY, SK4 2NB, SK4 2HX, SK4 2JB, SK4 2NA, SK4 2NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK4 2ND has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 50.4% | 48.2% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.8% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 32.9% | 32.8% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 44.1% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 15.2% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 6.4% | -0.8% | 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 (87%) 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 | 42.9% | 52.2% | 9.3% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 34.8% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 8.7% | -8.4% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 12.1% | -11.6% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 8.7% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 1.9% | -2.9% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 16.4% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 44.4% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 96.4% | 91.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 91.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.8% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nursery Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Heatons North 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 -9.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Nursery Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2024-09-19 | £477,934 |
| 81 Nursery Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2024-05-03 | £540,041 |
| 47 Nursery Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £428,000 | 2023-08-24 | £446,305 |
| 45 Nursery Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-12-16 | £382,090 |
| 55 Nursery Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-08-31 | £451,011 |
SK4 2ND 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 | 65 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,020 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norris Bank Primary School Green Lane , Heaton Norris SK4 2NF | 3out of 4 | 246 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Stockport Churchill Street , Heaton Norris SK4 1ND | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mersey Vale Primary School Valley Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 2BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winifred's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stockport Didsbury Road , SK4 3JH | 4out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Primary School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 2out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Roman Catholic High School, A Voluntary Academy Glenfield Road , Heaton Chapel SK4 2QP | - not rated | 995 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | 4out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 1,858 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnage Academy for Boys Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1ER | 4out of 4 | 2,413 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Parrs Wood Road , East Didsbury M20 6BX | 3out of 4 | 2,902 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3,397 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 4,334 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant Christian School 48 Heaton Moor Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4NX | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Stockport Belgrave House , 211 Chestergate SK3 0AN | - not rated | 1,150 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat House 6 Lower Moat Close , Heaton Norris SK4 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 1,233 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Heaton School St James Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4RE | 4out of 4 | 1,587 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stella Maris School St John's Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3BR | - not rated | 1,926 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery Inn | 258 Green Lane, Heaton Norris | 131 yd | |
| The Heatons Sports Club | The Heatons Sports Club Ltd, Green Lane | 201 yd | |
| Top Of The Range Caterers | A G Parfett And Son, Didsbury Road | 480 yd | |
| Russell Gardens Sheltered Scheme | 3 Hamilton Crescent, Heaton Mersey | 612 yd | |
| Mercedes-Benz Of Stockport | Brighton Road, Heaton Mersey | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport Labour Party Club | 2 Lloyd Street, Heaton Norris | 820 yd | |
| The Midland Pub | The Midland, 19 Wellington Road North | 861 yd | |
| The Magnet | Magnet Inn, 51 Wellington Road North | 862 yd | |
| The Railway | Railway Hotel, 74-76 Wellington Road North | 877 yd | |
| Powerleague Fives Limited | Powerleague, Craig Road | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Chippy | 281 Green Lane, Heaton Norris | 168 yd | |
| Kino's Takeaway | 19A Didsbury Road, Heaton Mersey | 591 yd | |
| China Garden | 97 Heaton Road, Heaton Norris | 675 yd | |
| King Roosters | 145 Wellington Road North, Heaton Norris | 683 yd | |
| Lee's Chinese Food Centre | 149 Wellington Road North, Heaton Norris | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Food | 63 Didsbury Road, Heaton Mersey | 565 yd | |
| Esso Service Station | 196-198 Wellington Road North, Heaton Norris | 849 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 180 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 877 yd | |
| The Co-Op | 206 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 883 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket | 23 Hamilton Square, Heaton Norris | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bowerfold Openspace GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 269 yd |
| Norris Bank Primary School GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Heaton Moor Rugby Football Club Green Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 459 yd |
| The Heatons Sports Club (Closed) GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| Heaton Mersey Cricket - Tennis And Lacrosse Club (Closed) Green Lane | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| Powerleague (Stockport) CRAIG ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 840 yd |
| St Annes Roman Catholic High School GLENFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 952 yd |
| All Saints Primary School CHURCHILL STREET | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Heaton Norris Park PARSONAGE STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,042 yd |
| Mersey Vale Primary School VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 203.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.