Brackenside is in Stockport and in Stockport district. SK5 6YJ 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 Brackenside, Stockport, SK5 6YJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK5 6YR, SK5 6YH, SK5 6XL, SK5 6YL, SK5 6YU, SK5 6YT, SK5 6XS, SK5 6YS, SK5 6YX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK5 6YJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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 | 52.4% | 47.5% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 52.5% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 6YJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 23.3% | 26.6% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 52.4% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 9.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 10.7% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 42.6% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 35.7% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 16.7% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 22.6% | 17.9% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 10.6% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 15.4% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 14.7% | 7.3% | 5.3% | 9.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 12.8% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 26.7% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.3% | 98.3% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 97.9% | 98.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 98.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.1% | 37.2% | -13.1% |
| Christian | 69.6% | 46.2% | 23.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brackenside 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 remained broadly unchanged 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Brackenside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2010-03-12 | £396,998 |
| 13 Brackenside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2006-05-11 | £475,305 |
| 3 Brackenside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2004-10-01 | £388,276 |
| 4 Brackenside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2002-08-02 | £394,558 |
| 7 Brackenside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2001-08-28 | £487,913 |
SK5 6YJ 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 SK5 6YJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 273 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 1,807 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Nursery School Churchill Street , Heaton Norris SK4 1ND | - not rated | 3,264 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | - not rated | 4,483 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 | 273 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Reddish Junior School Longford Road , North Reddish SK5 6XB | - not rated | 569 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Reddish Infant School Lewis Road , Off Longford Road SK5 6XB | - not rated | 591 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Bank Primary School Thornley Lane South , Reddish SK5 6QG | - not rated | 870 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Bank Primary School Thornley Lane South , Reddish SK5 6QG | 3out of 4 | 870 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 | 721 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | - not rated | 721 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | - not rated | 721 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington High School Lapwing Lane , Brinnington SK5 8LF | - not rated | 1,876 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's RC High School Holmcroft Road , Gorton M18 7NG | - not rated | 1,960 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,950 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,503 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,503 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 4,710 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 5,373 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 | 572 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstones School Room 413 , Broadstone Mill SK4 5HS | - not rated | 1,646 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melland High School Holmcroft Road , Gorton M18 7NG | - not rated | 1,908 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melland High School Gorton Education Village , M18 7DT | 4out of 4 | 2,104 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlow Road Independent School 240 Barlow Road , Levenshulme M19 3HP | - not rated | 2,202 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 Vale Tea Rooms | Vale Farm, Reddish Vale | 635 yd | |
| Reddish Community Centre | North Reddish Community Centre, North Reddish Park | 659 yd | |
| The Place To Play LTD | 290 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 674 yd | |
| Sykes | 76-78 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 839 yd | |
| Ozzy.s Coffe Restoran | 33 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Vale Visitor Centre | Reddish Vale Visitors Centre, Mill Lane | 634 yd | |
| Reddish Conservative Club Ltd | Reddish Conservative Club, 1 Westbourne Grove | 690 yd | |
| North Reddish Working Men's Club | North Reddish Working Mens Club, 3A Midland Road | 1,042 yd | |
| Denton West Cricket Club | Denton West Cricket Club, Windsor Road | 1,066 yd | |
| Houldsworth Working Mens Club | Leamington Road, North Reddish | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hing Wah | 10 Mill Lane, North Reddish | 499 yd | |
| Coffee Blue Manchester East | 20 Ainsdale Grove, North Reddish | 655 yd | |
| Butty Me Up | 286 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 688 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | 288 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 688 yd | |
| Chuang Hwa House | 276 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local Express | 60 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 839 yd | |
| Morrisons | WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited, 408 Reddish Road | 989 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harcourt Street Playing Fields (Closed) Harcourt Street | grass pitches | 334 yd |
| Stockport Sport For All Centre REDDISH VALE SPORTS CENTRE REDDISH VALE SPORTS CENTRE REDDISH VALE ROAD | 552 yd | |
| Reddish Baths (Closed) Gorton Road | swimming pool | 657 yd |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 723 yd |
| Harrogate Road Harrogate Road | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Dane Bank Primary School THORNLEY LANE SOUTH | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| North Reddish Park NORTH REDDISH PARK NORTH REDDISH PARK LONGFORD ROAD WEST | grass pitches, tennis courts | 925 yd |
| St Joseph'S Roman Catholic Primary School Reddish HIGGINSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 943 yd |
| Denton West Cricket Club ANSON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,041 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 | 194.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.