Hollow Vale Drive is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK5 6YH is located in the Reddish North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Denton and Reddish. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hollow Vale Drive, Stockport, SK5 6YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK5 6YR, SK5 6YU, SK5 6YJ, SK5 6YX, SK5 6YT, SK5 6YL, SK5 6YF, SK5 6TQ, SK5 6YS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK5 6YH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.5% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.5% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 SK5 6YH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 26.3% | 24.4% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 54.1% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 10.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 9.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.8% | 53.8% | 10.0% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 25.4% | -11.2% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 15.8% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 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 | 19.8% | 19.5% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 9% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 11.7% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 9.8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 19.5% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 30.5% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 6.5% | 0% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.7% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97.5% | 95.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollow Vale Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Reddish 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 lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Hollow Vale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-03-18 | £343,164 |
| 53 Hollow Vale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-02-05 | £256,898 |
| 35 Hollow Vale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-11-30 | £240,548 |
| 50 Hollow Vale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2023-09-01 | £322,991 |
| 59 Hollow Vale Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-10-07 | £343,304 |
SK5 6YH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK5 6YH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 234 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 965 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 1,846 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Nursery School Churchill Street , Heaton Norris SK4 1ND | - not rated | 3,216 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | - not rated | 4,444 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vale View Primary School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Reddish Junior School Longford Road , North Reddish SK5 6XB | - not rated | 506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Reddish Infant School Lewis Road , Off Longford Road SK5 6XB | - not rated | 534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Bank Primary School Thornley Lane South , Reddish SK5 6QG | - not rated | 879 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Bank Primary School Thornley Lane South , Reddish SK5 6QG | 3out of 4 | 879 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Vale High School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | 1out of 4 | 678 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | - not rated | 678 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | - not rated | 678 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's RC High School Holmcroft Road , Gorton M18 7NG | - not rated | 1,896 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington High School Lapwing Lane , Brinnington SK5 8LF | - not rated | 1,930 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,871 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,459 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,459 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 4,685 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 5,331 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Hall School Denstone Road , Reddish SK5 6UY | - not rated | 509 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstones School Room 413 , Broadstone Mill SK4 5HS | - not rated | 1,571 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melland High School Holmcroft Road , Gorton M18 7NG | - not rated | 1,836 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melland High School Gorton Education Village , M18 7DT | 4out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlow Road Independent School 240 Barlow Road , Levenshulme M19 3HP | - not rated | 2,118 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Community Centre | North Reddish Community Centre, North Reddish Park | 570 yd | |
| The Place To Play LTD | 290 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 610 yd | |
| Reddish Vale Tea Rooms | Vale Farm, Reddish Vale | 646 yd | |
| Sykes | 76-78 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 758 yd | |
| Ozzy.s Coffe Restoran | 33 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Conservative Club Ltd | Reddish Conservative Club, 1 Westbourne Grove | 605 yd | |
| Reddish Vale Visitor Centre | Reddish Vale Visitors Centre, Mill Lane | 646 yd | |
| Houldsworth Working Mens Club | Leamington Road, North Reddish | 997 yd | |
| North Reddish Working Men's Club | North Reddish Working Mens Club, 3A Midland Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Thatched Tavern | Thatched Tavern Public House, 54 Stanhope Street | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hing Wah | 10 Mill Lane, North Reddish | 428 yd | |
| Coffee Blue Manchester East | 20 Ainsdale Grove, North Reddish | 570 yd | |
| Butty Me Up | 286 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 626 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | 288 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 626 yd | |
| Chuang Hwa House | 276 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local Express | 60 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 757 yd | |
| Morrisons | WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited, 408 Reddish Road | 917 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harcourt Street Playing Fields (Closed) Harcourt Street | grass pitches | 255 yd |
| Stockport Sport For All Centre REDDISH VALE SPORTS CENTRE REDDISH VALE SPORTS CENTRE REDDISH VALE ROAD | 514 yd | |
| Reddish Baths (Closed) Gorton Road | swimming pool | 569 yd |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 680 yd |
| Harrogate Road Harrogate Road | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| North Reddish Park NORTH REDDISH PARK NORTH REDDISH PARK LONGFORD ROAD WEST | grass pitches, tennis courts | 853 yd |
| St Joseph'S Roman Catholic Primary School Reddish HIGGINSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 859 yd |
| Dane Bank Primary School THORNLEY LANE SOUTH | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Denton West Cricket Club ANSON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 168.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.