Lingard Lane is in Bredbury Park Industrial Estate, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 2QT 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 Lingard Lane, Bredbury Park Industrial Estate, Stockport, SK6 2QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 2QB, SK6 2RF, SK6 2SR, SK5 8HU, SK6 2QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 2QT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% 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 | 55.5% | 55.9% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 44.5% | 44.1% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.3% | 41.6% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 30.8% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -13.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 7.5% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 18.6% | 16.1% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
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 | 37.7% | 38.4% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 34.7% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 20% | 19.3% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 5.8% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 SK6 2QT this area, 29.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.7% | 29.6% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 12.6% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 13.2% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 17.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 19.9% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.3% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.7% | 95.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 95.3% | 96.8% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 96.8% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lingard Lane was 1.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 360.5% higher than the Bredbury & Woodley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lingard Lane has the lowest crime rate of 6 local areas in Bredbury & Woodley and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Stockport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -99.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selecta Tyre Ltd Lingard Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-01-20 | £253,000 |
| United Junk Ltd Lingard Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2022-06-22 | £180,049 |
| 11 Lingard Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-09-27 | £190,732 |
| Appleton Lodge Care Home Lingard Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2019-04-04 | £1,042,134 |
| Appleton Manor Care Home Lingard Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,140,000 | 2019-04-04 | £1,431,365 |
SK6 2QT 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 SK6 2QT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 135 |
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 851 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 2,407 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 2,707 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Nursery School Churchill Street , Heaton Norris SK4 1ND | - not rated | 3,475 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Offerton Hall Nursery School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | - not rated | 3,960 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmorland Primary School Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maycroft Infant School Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 936 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maycroft Junior School Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 936 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maycroft Primary School Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 936 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brindale Primary School Brindale Road , Brinnington SK5 8DN | - not rated | 949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinnington High School Lapwing Lane , Brinnington SK5 8LF | - not rated | 575 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale High School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | 1out of 4 | 2,327 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | - not rated | 2,327 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Technology College Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | - not rated | 2,327 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | 1out of 4 | 2,386 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 3,951 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Area College Buckingham Road , SK4 4RA | - not rated | 4,248 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 4,322 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 4,885 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus House Bridge House, 1 Stuart Road , SK6 2SR | - not rated | 297 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge House School 1 Stuart Road , Bredbury SK6 2SR | - not rated | 297 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields College Essex Road , Brinnington SK5 8DR | 3out of 4 | 731 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Penarth Group School 128 Reddish Road , South Reddish SK5 7JG | - not rated | 2,270 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dine Contract Catering Limited @ Allied Bakeries Ltd | Allied Bakeries Ltd, Ashton Road | 605 yd | |
| Enterfries Ltd T/A McDonald's Restaurants Ltd | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Whitefield Road | 772 yd | |
| St Luke's Parish Centre | 18 Northumberland Road, Brinnington | 790 yd | |
| First Stop Community Cafe | First House, 367 Brinnington Road | 795 yd | |
| Arden Arms - Bredbury | Arden Arms, Ashton Road | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brinnington Ward Labour Club | Northumberland Road, Brinnington | 726 yd | |
| Salisbury Club | 1 Truro Avenue, Brinnington | 926 yd | |
| The Travellers Call | The Travelers Call, 402 Stockport Road West | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Ashton Road Service Station, Ashton Road | 258 yd | |
| Greggs | Ashton Road Service Station, Ashton Road | 258 yd | |
| Belle's Sandwich Bar | Resource Works, Oldmoor Road | 545 yd | |
| The Indian Curry And Kebab House | 370 Brinnington Road, Brinnington | 629 yd | |
| The Link Chippy | 152 Middlesex Road, Brinnington | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bidfresh Ltd T/a R Noone & Son | Unit 2 To 4, Southside | 457 yd | |
| Go Local/Brinnington Buttie Bar | 3 Berwick Parade, Northumberland Road | 773 yd | |
| Morrisons ( Including Timpsons PPC) | WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd, Stockport Road West | 836 yd | |
| Rogers Wholesale Foods Ltd | Rogers Wholesale Foods, Horsfield Way | 927 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill High School (Closed) Lapwing Lane | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Life Leisure Lapwing (Closed) Lapwing Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 552 yd |
| Brindale Road BRINDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Westmorland Primary School WESTMORLAND DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Life Leisure Brinnington Park Northumberland Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 912 yd |
| Tame Valley Primary School (Closed) Blackberry Lane | grass pitches | 1,036 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 | 52.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 42.1% |
| 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 | 21.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 47.4% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.