Central Drive is in Romiley, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 4PE 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 Central Drive, Romiley, Stockport, SK6 4PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 4AP, SK6 4QH, SK6 4PF, SK6 4AR, SK6 4PG, SK6 4NE, SK6 4AN, SK6 4BT, SK6 4PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 4PE, 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 | 53.9% | 55.9% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 46.1% | 44.1% | -2.0% | 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 | 19.4% | 29.3% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 37.4% | -13.5% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 18.5% | 21.5% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 15.4% |
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 | 47.9% | 44.4% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 33.3% | 7.6% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 17.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 3.1% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 16.4% | 22.2% | 5.8% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 12.9% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 10.1% | -10.6% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 14.1% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 30.6% | -2.6% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.5% | 97.6% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 97.5% | 99% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 97.5% | 98.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Central 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Central Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-03-10 | £318,065 |
| 16 Central Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-02-03 | £408,184 |
| 33 Central Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2025-01-24 | £381,317 |
| 16 Central Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2024-05-10 | £258,152 |
| 3 Central Drive, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-09-30 | £352,657 |
SK6 4PE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4PE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,258 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 3,970 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romiley Primary School Sandy Lane , Romiley SK6 4NE | 3out of 4 | 173 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Romiley Primary School Sandy Lane , Romiley SK6 4NE | - not rated | 173 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greave Primary School Werneth Road , Woodley SK6 1HR | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Infants' School Cornfield Road , Romiley SK6 4LU | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Compstall Road , Romiley SK6 4JA | - not rated | 1,121 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 | - not rated | 1,305 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bredbury School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 1,455 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 1,455 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | 1out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall High School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | - not rated | 2,144 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 | 3,263 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 4,851 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 5,082 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 5,396 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 | 682 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale School Powicke Drive , Romiley SK6 3EF | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Choices School Bongs House , Bongs Road SK2 5HB | - not rated | 2,390 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glengarth Special School Station Road , Marple SK6 6AL | - not rated | 2,786 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5GP | - not rated | 2,798 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 29 Romiley | 29 Compstall Road, Romiley | 163 yd | |
| The Crafty Vendor Presents Artisan Alley | 1 The Precinct, Romiley | 204 yd | |
| Mellors | Mellors Cafe Bar, Romiley Forum | 204 yd | |
| Italian | 2B Compstall Road, Romiley | 210 yd | |
| Bunz | 2D Compstall Road, Romiley | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romiley Conservative Club Ltd | 6-8 Guywood Lane, Romiley | 147 yd | |
| Grapevine | 10 The Precinct, Romiley | 204 yd | |
| The Romiley Community Centre Forum Buildings | Community Centre, The Precinct | 204 yd | |
| Romiley Forum | The Precinct, Romiley | 204 yd | |
| Platform One | 6 Stockport Road, Romiley | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romiley Chippy | 5 Compstall Road, Romiley | 163 yd | |
| Victoria's Sandwich | 21 Compstall Road, Romiley | 163 yd | |
| Bay Of Bengal | 8 Compstall Road, Romiley | 210 yd | |
| Pizza Magic | 2C Compstall Road, Romiley | 210 yd | |
| Chopsticks | 84 Compstall Road, Romiley | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 2 The Precinct, Romiley | 204 yd | |
| One Stop | Spar, 14 Cherry Tree Lane | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Romiley Primary School SANDY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 173 yd |
| Romiley Methodist Church ROMILY METHODIST CHURCH ROMILY METHODIST CHURCH STOCKPORT ROAD | 455 yd | |
| Romiley Cricket Club WILLOW MEAD | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Romiley Golf Club GOOSEHOUSE GREEN | golf | 750 yd |
| Woodley Sports Centre Sports Village (Closed) | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Life Leisure Romiley Hole House Fold | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 779 yd |
| Gotherage Lane Playing Fields CHERRY TREE CLOSE | grass pitches | 887 yd |
| Greave Primary School WERNETH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,019 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.