Poleacre Lane is in Woodley, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 1PQ is located in the Bredbury & Woodley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hazel Grove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poleacre Lane, Woodley, Stockport, SK6 1PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 1PX, SK6 1PG, SK6 1PY, SK6 1PH, SK6 1PJ, SK6 1PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 1PQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 51% | 53% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 49% | 47% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 SK6 1PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 28.6% | 30.8% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 54.6% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 51.9% | 43.3% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 38% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 14% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 15.1% | 15.7% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 8.4% | -10.1% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 16.1% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 10% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 21.8% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 26.1% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 99% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 98.1% | 97% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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 | 98.1% | 97% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24% | 37.2% | -13.2% |
| Christian | 70.3% | 46.2% | 24.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poleacre Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bredbury & Woodley 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 slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Mills Poleacre Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2013-09-30 | £691,122 |
SK6 1PQ 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 SK6 1PQ 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 3,133 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 4,460 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,561 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Offerton Hall Nursery School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | - not rated | 4,852 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodley Primary School Sherwood Road , Woodley SK6 1LH | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley Infant School Sherwood Road , Woodley SK6 1LH | - not rated | 617 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley Junior School Sherwood Road , Woodley SK6 1LH | - not rated | 617 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Denton Manor Road , Haughton Green M34 7SW | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher RC Primary School, Denton Manor Road , Haughton Green M34 7SW | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Trees Sports College Two Trees Lane , Denton M34 7QL | - not rated | 1,599 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Community High School Mottram Old Road , Gee Cross SK14 5NJ | 2out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More RC College Town Lane , Denton M34 6AF | 3out of 4 | 2,558 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | - not rated | 2,594 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bredbury School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 2,711 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 3,098 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridge College Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7PA | - not rated | 5,465 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 2,073 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Columbus House Bridge House, 1 Stuart Road , SK6 2SR | - not rated | 2,094 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge House School 1 Stuart Road , Bredbury SK6 2SR | - not rated | 2,094 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Agricultural and Rural Centre 5 Quarry Road , Romiley SK6 4BA | - not rated | 2,306 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Pupil Referral Unit Rear of Tameside College of Technology , Union Street SK14 1ND | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolce Ltd @ Woodley Primary School | Woodley Primary School, Sherwood Road | 750 yd | |
| Ever-Kind | 18 Bowland Road, Woodley | 836 yd | |
| Woodley Methodist Church | Hall, Woodley Methodist Church | 941 yd | |
| Bee-licious | Woodley Sports Centre, Lambeth Grove | 968 yd | |
| The Jerk Stop | The Jerk Stop, 3 Gibraltar Lane | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart | Whitehart Hotel, 170 Hyde Road | 691 yd | |
| The Joshua Bradley | The Joshua Bradley, Stockport Road | 863 yd | |
| Railway Inn | The Railway Inn, 168 Hyde Road | 890 yd | |
| Navigation Hotel | 134 Hyde Road, Woodley | 890 yd | |
| Jolly Hatters Inn | Jolly Hatters, 155 Haughton Green Road | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rays Fish And Chips | Rays Fish And Chips, 115 Haughton Green Road | 922 yd | |
| Pizza Perfecto | Pizza Perfecto, 113 Haughton Green Road | 922 yd | |
| New Ye Yee | Mytella House, 117 Haughton Green Road | 922 yd | |
| Suhag | Suhag, 99 Haughton Green Road | 1,025 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | The Village Chippy, 104 Haughton Green Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis | 6 Bowland Road, Woodley | 836 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 8-11 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 1,082 yd | |
| Priceless | 2 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodley Primary School SHERWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Woodley Sports Club (Closed) Lambeth Stadium Lambeth Stadium Lambeth Grove | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 843 yd |
| Life Leisure Stockport Sports Village Lambeth Grove | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 850 yd |
| Bredbury St Marks Cricket Club BREDBURY ST MARKS CHURCH CRICKET CLUB BREDBURY ST MARKS CHURCH CRICKET CLUB HILLSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 966 yd |
| Woodley Cricket Club OVAL VIEW | grass pitches | 1,078 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.