Douthwaite Drive is in Romiley, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 4HQ 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 Douthwaite Drive, Romiley, Stockport, SK6 4HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 4HG, SK6 4HF, SK6 4HE, SK6 4HH, SK6 4HD, SK6 4HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK6 4HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 49.5% | 47.7% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 50.5% | 52.3% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SK6 4HQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.4% | 43.7% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 33.6% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -10.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 4.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 14% | 11.4% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 5.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 50.8% | 40.6% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 32.5% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 20.1% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 5.7% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 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.
In the area around SK6 4HQ this area, 31.4% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.4% | 31.4% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 13.1% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 16.6% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 16.6% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 14.8% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 6% | 1.7% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 92.2% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Arab | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 95.8% | 95.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Douthwaite Drive 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Douthwaite Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2022-12-05 | £226,555 |
| 5 Douthwaite Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2014-12-17 | £165,000 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offerton Hall Nursery School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | - not rated | 3,653 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 5,010 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood Primary School Compstall Road , Romiley SK6 4JA | - not rated | 576 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Junior School Compstall Road , Romiley SK6 4JA | - not rated | 576 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Infants' School Cornfield Road , Romiley SK6 4LU | - not rated | 713 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Romiley Primary School Sandy Lane , Romiley SK6 4NE | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Romiley Primary School Sandy Lane , Romiley SK6 4NE | - not rated | 886 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marple Hall High School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | - not rated | 1,877 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | - not rated | 1,877 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bredbury School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 2,313 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge College Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7PA | - not rated | 2,431 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 5,432 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural and Rural Centre 5 Quarry Road , Romiley SK6 4BA | - not rated | 1,628 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glengarth Special School Station Road , Marple SK6 6AL | - not rated | 1,875 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Preparatory School Hollins Lane , Marple Bridge SK6 5BB | - not rated | 2,110 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns School 19b Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7NN | - not rated | 2,341 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Bank Farm | 36 Oakwood Road, Romiley | 410 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree Project (CTP) CIC | 2 Cherry Tree Lane, Romiley | 500 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 78 Compstall Road, Romiley | 742 yd | |
| Chai Village | 59 Compstall Road, Romiley | 746 yd | |
| Mellors | Mellors Cafe Bar, Romiley Forum | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stockdove | The Stock Dove, 94 Compstall Road | 703 yd | |
| Romiley Cricket Club | Birchvale Drive, Romiley | 816 yd | |
| Grapevine | 10 The Precinct, Romiley | 905 yd | |
| The Romiley Community Centre Forum Buildings | Community Centre, The Precinct | 905 yd | |
| Romiley Forum | The Precinct, Romiley | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopsticks | 84 Compstall Road, Romiley | 742 yd | |
| Romiley Chippy | 5 Compstall Road, Romiley | 995 yd | |
| Victoria's Sandwich | 21 Compstall Road, Romiley | 995 yd | |
| Bay Of Bengal | 8 Compstall Road, Romiley | 1,023 yd | |
| Pizza Magic | 2C Compstall Road, Romiley | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Spar, 14 Cherry Tree Lane | 494 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 The Precinct, Romiley | 905 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gotherage Lane Playing Fields CHERRY TREE CLOSE | grass pitches | 238 yd |
| Romiley Cricket Club WILLOW MEAD | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Romiley Primary School SANDY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Romiley Golf Club GOOSEHOUSE GREEN | golf | 1,090 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.