Harrow Drive is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK4 4SA is located in the Heatons North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockport. This postcode has been in use since 2014-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harrow Drive, Stockport, SK4 4SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK4 4SE, SK4 4SB, SK4 4SD, SK4 4QY, SK4 5AJ, SK4 4SF, SK4 4QU, SK4 5AH, SK4 4RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK4 4SA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 48.1% | 49.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 4SA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 33.7% | 30.3% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 57.6% | 4.2% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 5.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 3.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (91.6%) 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 | 57.7% | 63.8% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 15.4% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 27.8% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 5.7% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -7.0% |
| Bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around SK4 4SA this area, 8.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 59.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.4% | 8.6% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 5.9% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 8.3% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.8% | 59.9% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 26.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 91.3% | 91.8% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 94.8% | 92.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 91.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.5% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.2% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrow Drive 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 -21.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Harrow Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2024-07-11 | £604,332 |
| 53 Harrow Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-06-14 | £537,209 |
| 16 Harrow Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-02-02 | £436,629 |
| 38 Harrow Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2023-09-12 | £585,624 |
| 35 Harrow Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £522,000 | 2023-03-09 | £529,854 |
SK4 4SA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 145 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Education | 36 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 1,874 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 2,270 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,930 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 3,071 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Heaton Chapel Wellington Road North , Heaton Chapel SK4 4QG | 3out of 4 | 514 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's RC Primary School Manchester Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1DR | 3out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green End Primary School Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1DR | 4out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone Hall Primary School Broadstone Hall Road South , Heaton Chapel SK4 5JD | 3out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Manchester Clare Road , Levenshulme M19 2QW | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levenshulme High School Crossley Road , Levenshulme M19 1FS | 4out of 4 | 1,194 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Burnage Academy for Boys Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1ER | 4out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Anne's Roman Catholic High School, A Voluntary Academy Glenfield Road , Heaton Chapel SK4 2QP | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | 4out of 4 | 1,746 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Enterprise Academy Central Lytham Road , Levenshulme M14 6PL | - not rated | 2,408 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 4,114 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 5,006 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 5,135 yd | Further education | Yes | 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 | 4,959 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heaton School St James Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4RE | 4out of 4 | 255 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Covenant Christian School 48 Heaton Moor Road , Heaton Moor SK4 4NX | - not rated | 714 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstones School Room 413 , Broadstone Mill SK4 5HS | - not rated | 1,470 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy 4-6 Park Grove , M19 3AQ | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat House 6 Lower Moat Close , Heaton Norris SK4 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive Cafe And Takeaway | 455 Manchester Road, Heaton Chapel | 459 yd | |
| VinoBuono | 8 School Lane, Heaton Chapel | 614 yd | |
| George And Dragon | 422 Manchester Road, Heaton Chapel | 623 yd | |
| CHAPEL HIDEOUT | 11A School Lane, Heaton Chapel | 632 yd | |
| Heaton Hops Ltd | 7 School Lane, Heaton Chapel | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Inn | The Crown Inn, 98 Heaton Moor Road | 705 yd | |
| Miller & Carter Heaton Chapel | Rudyard Hotel, 271 Wellington Road North | 725 yd | |
| The Moor Club | 35 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 728 yd | |
| Village Point Ltd | The Moor Club, 35 Heaton Moor Road | 728 yd | |
| Cassidy's | 19 Shaw Road, Heaton Moor | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 341 Wellington Road North, Heaton Chapel | 406 yd | |
| SK Spice | 337 Wellington Road North, Heaton Chapel | 406 yd | |
| The Miramar Chinese Takeaway | 339 Wellington Road North, Heaton Chapel | 406 yd | |
| D & F Kitchen | 453 Manchester Road, Heaton Chapel | 459 yd | |
| New Lee Garden | 11 School Lane, Heaton Chapel | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Convenience Store | 28 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 611 yd | |
| Food Bank S.M.M.C.A. | 1 Weybrook Road, Heaton Chapel | 619 yd | |
| Aldi | Weybrook Road, Heaton Chapel | 619 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 76-80 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor | 705 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peel Moat Sports And Target Fitness Centre (Closed) Buckingham Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 103 yd |
| Heaton School ST. JAMES ROAD | grass pitches | 265 yd |
| Heaton Moor Golf Club MAULDETH ROAD | golf | 758 yd |
| Cringle Playing Fields BOUNDARY COURT BOUNDARY COURT CROSSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 964 yd |
| West Heaton Bowling Tennis And Squash Club PRINCES ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 1,075 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.