Hillside is in Romiley, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 4AZ is located in the Bredbury Green & Romiley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hazel Grove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside, Romiley, Stockport, SK6 4AZ 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. The local area around SK6 4AZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.8% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.2% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 4AZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 19.7% | 24% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 59.7% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 8.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 42.3% | 42.3% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 38.7% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 2.8% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 4AZ this area, 7.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 7.3% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 11.2% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13.7% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 18.5% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.5% | 40.3% | 1.8% | 33.8% | 6.5% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 95.7% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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% | 96.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 76.7% | 15.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendalough Hillside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2017-07-14 | £709,845 |
| Rocklynes Hillside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2006-06-09 | £550,162 |
| Glendalough Hillside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2005-02-04 | £496,146 |
| Rocklynes Hillside, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 1997-07-10 | £419,282 |
SK6 4AZ 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 4AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,770 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 5,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Christopher's Catholic Primary School Warwick Road , Romiley SK6 3AX | 4out of 4 | 680 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bredbury St. Marks CofE Primary School Redhouse Lane , Bredbury SK6 1BX | - not rated | 896 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Romiley Primary School Sandy Lane , Romiley SK6 4NE | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greave Primary School Werneth Road , Woodley SK6 1HR | 3out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bredbury Green Primary School Clapgate , Romiley SK6 3DG | 1out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 832 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 983 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Community High School Mottram Old Road , Gee Cross SK14 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,826 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More RC College Town Lane , Denton M34 6AF | 3out of 4 | 4,094 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,454 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 | 2,407 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jefferson House The Old Vicarage , Darnhall School Lane CW7 1JT | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Austen House Swineherd Farm , Cobcastle Road BB4 5TS | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Retreat Ercall Heath , Telford Tf6 6pn | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Nightingale House School Stocks Spring Farm , Stacks Lane HX7 5RP | - not rated | 2,407 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Rural Centre | Agricultural And Rural Centre, 5 Quarry Road | 384 yd | |
| Bukharaa-the Street Zaika | 51 Stockport Road, Romiley | 525 yd | |
| Qurashi Restaurant | 148 Stockport Road, Romiley | 537 yd | |
| Cafe Life (Romiley Life Centre Ltd) | 1-5 Stockport Road, Romiley | 585 yd | |
| Romiley Arms | Stockport Road, Romiley | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendship Inn | 77 Stockport Road, Romiley | 525 yd | |
| Duke Of York | The Duke Of York, Stockport Road | 537 yd | |
| Romiley Conservative Club Ltd | 6-8 Guywood Lane, Romiley | 583 yd | |
| Platform One | 6 Stockport Road, Romiley | 585 yd | |
| Grapevine | 10 The Precinct, Romiley | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dynasty | 78 Stockport Road, Romiley | 525 yd | |
| Cheung Wing | 21 Stockport Road, Romiley | 525 yd | |
| Flavours | 38 Stockport Road, Romiley | 525 yd | |
| Harlequin | 8 Stockport Road, Romiley | 585 yd | |
| Matts Plaice | 11 Berrycroft Lane, Bredbury | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Op | Coop, 30 Berrycroft Lane | 725 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 The Precinct, Romiley | 824 yd | |
| Londis | 6 Bowland Road, Woodley | 1,077 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 8-11 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 1,093 yd | |
| Priceless | 2 Woodley Precinct, Woodley | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodley Sports Centre Sports Village (Closed) | grass pitches | 299 yd |
| Life Leisure Romiley Hole House Fold | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 449 yd |
| Romiley Methodist Church ROMILY METHODIST CHURCH ROMILY METHODIST CHURCH STOCKPORT ROAD | 514 yd | |
| St. Marks C Of E Primary School Playing Field Hayfield Road | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| St Christophers Catholic Primary School WARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Woodley Cricket Club OVAL VIEW | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Romiley Primary School SANDY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Harrytown Catholic High School HARRYTOWN | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Werneth School HARRYTOWN | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 1,047 yd |
| Greave Primary School WERNETH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,056 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 | 33.3% |
| 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 | 66.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.