Wood Cottages is in Woodley, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 1RP 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 Wood Cottages, Woodley, Stockport, SK6 1RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 1RP, 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 1RP 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 Wood Cottages 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Wood Cottages, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-11-09 | £176,203 |
| 7 Wood Cottages, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-10-16 | £223,753 |
| 5 Wood Cottages, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £164,600 | 2019-02-14 | £230,352 |
| 3 Wood Cottages, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2016-08-05 | £185,198 |
| 7 Wood Cottages, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2015-06-12 | £216,683 |
SK6 1RP 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 1RP 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,755 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bredbury St. Marks CofE Primary School Redhouse Lane , Bredbury SK6 1BX | - not rated | 960 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley Primary School Sherwood Road , Woodley SK6 1LH | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Green Primary Academy Mancunian Road , Haughton Green M34 7NS | 3out of 4 | 1,147 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher RC Primary School, Denton Manor Road , Haughton Green M34 7SW | 2out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corrie Primary School Cemetery Road , Denton M34 6FG | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | 3out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 2,317 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More RC College Town Lane , Denton M34 6AF | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Community High School Mottram Old Road , Gee Cross SK14 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale High School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | 1out of 4 | 3,615 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 5,261 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope School Crosses Farm, , Moss Lane PR4 0HP | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jefferson House The Old Vicarage , Darnhall School Lane CW7 1JT | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Austen House Swineherd Farm , Cobcastle Road BB4 5TS | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Retreat Ercall Heath , Telford Tf6 6pn | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Nightingale House School Stocks Spring Farm , Stacks Lane HX7 5RP | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bee-licious | Woodley Sports Centre, Lambeth Grove | 328 yd | |
| Startpoint | 4-5 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 659 yd | |
| Woodley Methodist Church | Hall, Woodley Methodist Church | 680 yd | |
| Dolce Ltd @ Woodley Primary School | Woodley Primary School, Sherwood Road | 890 yd | |
| Madras Spice Restaurant | 2 George Lane, Bredbury | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart | Whitehart Hotel, 170 Hyde Road | 665 yd | |
| The Woodley Arms | Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 686 yd | |
| Railway Inn | The Railway Inn, 168 Hyde Road | 719 yd | |
| Navigation Hotel | 134 Hyde Road, Woodley | 719 yd | |
| Bredbury Conservative Club | 14 George Lane, Bredbury | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylors Fish And Chips | 7 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 659 yd | |
| Bhaji's Takeaway | Mill Street, Woodley | 756 yd | |
| Pizza & Grill | Mill Street, Woodley | 756 yd | |
| Golden Phoenix | 37 Stockport Road East, Bredbury | 905 yd | |
| New Ye Yee | Mytella House, 117 Haughton Green Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 8-11 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 659 yd | |
| Priceless | 2 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 659 yd | |
| Rogers Wholesale Foods Ltd | Rogers Wholesale Foods, Horsfield Way | 713 yd | |
| Londis | 6 Bowland Road, Woodley | 971 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodley Sports Club (Closed) Lambeth Stadium Lambeth Stadium Lambeth Grove | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 103 yd |
| Life Leisure Stockport Sports Village Lambeth Grove | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 152 yd |
| Mill Lane Recreation Ground BIRCHALL GREEN | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| Woodley Primary School SHERWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 944 yd |
| Bredbury Recreation Ground Stockport Road East | tennis courts | 1,047 yd |
| Woodley Cricket Club OVAL VIEW | grass pitches | 1,055 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.