Buckingham Road West is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK4 4AZ is located in the Heatons North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buckingham Road West, Stockport, SK4 4AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK4 4BE, SK4 4AT, SK4 4AL, SK4 4BD, SK4 4AU, SK4 4PX, SK4 4AS, SK4 4PU, SK4 4AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK4 4AZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 53.5% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 46.4% | 46.5% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SK4 4AZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.8% | 20.6% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.9% | 67.7% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 23.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 6.2% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 56.4% | 57.5% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 9.1% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 28.2% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 11% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 6.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 13.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 13.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.2% | 49.1% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 15.3% |
| Other | 6.8% | 1.4% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 7% | 3.5% | -3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 83.2% | 83.3% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 89.9% | 86.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5.2% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.4% | 4.6% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.6% | 86.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.4% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.4% | 0% | -13.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 1.1% | 6.0% | -4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buckingham Road West 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.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Buckingham Road West, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2024-08-23 | £780,151 |
| 25 Buckingham Road West, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-09-01 | £524,325 |
| 9 Buckingham Road West, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £602,000 | 2022-12-16 | £630,724 |
| 3 Buckingham Road West, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2022-02-24 | £659,455 |
| 6 Buckingham Road West, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2020-05-22 | £648,819 |
SK4 4AZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK4 4AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,173 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Nursery School Churchill Street , Heaton Norris SK4 1ND | - not rated | 1,642 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | - not rated | 2,469 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | - not rated | 2,484 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 2,753 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tithe Barn Primary School Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NG | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heaton Moor Infant School Thornfield Road , Heaton Moor SK4 3LD | - not rated | 889 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Heaton Chapel Wellington Road North , Heaton Chapel SK4 4QG | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norris Bank Primary School Green Lane , Heaton Norris SK4 2NF | 3out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norris Bank Primary School Green Lane , Heaton Norris SK4 2NF | - not rated | 1,086 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | 2out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnage Academy for Boys Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1ER | 4out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Burnage Media Arts College Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1ER | - not rated | 1,275 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Anne's RC Voluntary Academy Glenfield Road , Heaton Chapel SK4 2QP | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Area College Buckingham Road , SK4 4RA | - not rated | 727 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 3,238 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 4,515 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 4,635 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 5,198 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Hulme's Grammar School Spring Bridge Road , M16 8PR | 3out of 4 | 5,060 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawfold School St James Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4RE | - not rated | 294 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heaton School St James Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4RE | 2out of 4 | 457 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Covenant Christian School 48 Heaton Moor Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4NX | - not rated | 517 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor House Independent School 29 Tatton Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4QX | - not rated | 682 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Care Today (Childrens Service) 29 Tatton Road North , Heaton Moor SK4 2QX | - not rated | 1,194 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charnwood Nursery | Charnwood, St Pauls Road | 254 yd | |
| Heatons Tandoori Restaurant | 33A Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 271 yd | |
| Pokusevski's Deli | 13 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 271 yd | |
| Moorish Turkish Cuisine | 27 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 271 yd | |
| Buon Cibo | 17 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cassidy's | 19 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 271 yd | |
| Pale | 3 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 343 yd | |
| Cork Of The North | 104 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 369 yd | |
| Crown Inn | The Crown Inn, 98 Heaton Moor Road | 408 yd | |
| The Moor Club | 35 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 501 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bo Ho Chinese Takeaway | 5 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 271 yd | |
| Mhariam | 7 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 271 yd | |
| The Sea Shell | 14 Derby Range, Heaton Moor | 358 yd | |
| Backs Deli | 62 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 408 yd | |
| Heaton's Pizza House | 70 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 408 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 76-80 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 408 yd | |
| Station Convenience Store | 28 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 623 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 180 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 729 yd | |
| The Co-Op | 206 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 797 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Heaton Bowling Tennis And Squash Club PRINCES ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 397 yd |
| Heaton Moor Golf Club MAULDETH ROAD | golf | 399 yd |
| Heaton School ST. JAMES ROAD | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| Peel Moat Sports And Target Fitness Centre (Closed) Buckingham Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 618 yd |
| Tithe Barn Primary School MAULDETH ROAD | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Heaton Mersey Cricket - Tennis And Lacrosse Club (Closed) Green Lane | grass pitches | 806 yd |
| The Heatons Sports Club (Closed) GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| Thornfield Park THORNFIELD PARK THORNFIELD PARK THORNFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 892 yd |
| Heaton Moor Rugby Football Club Green Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 907 yd |
| Priestnall School PRIESTNALL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 193.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.