Townscliffe Lane is in Marple Bridge, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 5AW is located in the Marple North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hazel Grove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Townscliffe Lane, Marple Bridge, Stockport, SK6 5AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 5AU, SK6 5AH, SK6 5AF, SK6 5AL, SK6 5AG, SK6 5AP, SK6 5AQ, SK6 5PG, SK6 5AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 5AW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 49.9% | 53.9% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 50.1% | 46.1% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 5AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.9% 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 | 16.5% | 21% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 74.3% | 65.9% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 21.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 65.8% | 63.1% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 22.9% | 28.8% | 5.9% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -7.1% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 5AW this area, 5.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 65.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.5% | 5.1% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 5.1% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 13% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 7.6% | -4.2% | 16.9% | -9.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 58.5% | 65.7% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 31.9% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.3% | 96.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Townscliffe Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Marple North 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 higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Townscliffe Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2025-03-20 | £691,826 |
| 27 Townscliffe Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £940,000 | 2024-05-31 | £992,008 |
| 17 Townscliffe Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2024-05-24 | £659,580 |
| 22 Townscliffe Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £13,500 | 2021-03-24 | £15,063 |
| 1 Townscliffe Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2020-02-21 | £608,293 |
SK6 5AW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SK6 5AW 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 5AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mills Nursery School Sett Close , New Mills SK22 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,018 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mellor Primary School Knowle Road , Mellor SK6 5PL | 3out of 4 | 648 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Lowry Drive , Marple Bridge SK6 5BR | 4out of 4 | 693 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludworth Primary School Ludworth Primary School , Lower Fold SK6 5DU | 4out of 4 | 842 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Marple Brickbridge Road , Marple SK6 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary School Elmfield Drive , SK6 6DW | 2out of 4 | 1,869 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,937 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | 3out of 4 | 4,517 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 4,613 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Mills School Church Lane , New Mills SK22 4NR | 3out of 4 | 5,299 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Community High School Mottram Old Road , Gee Cross SK14 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 5,448 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 623 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns School 19b Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7NN | - not rated | 1,500 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlehurst School Windlehurst Road , Hawk Green SK6 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,475 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 5,082 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 5,146 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dutson's | 22 Town Street, Marple Bridge | 634 yd | |
| Libby's | 1 Town Street, Marple Bridge | 638 yd | |
| Royal Scot | 48 Town Street, Marple Bridge | 638 yd | |
| Fold Bistro And Bottle Shop | 7 Town Street, Marple Bridge | 638 yd | |
| The Riverside Cafe | The Garden House, Lakes Road | 665 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak Hotel, 134 - 138 Longhurst Lane | 480 yd | |
| Marple Social And Forces Club | 3 Lime Kiln Lane, Marple | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Street Fryer | 9-11 Town Street, Marple Bridge | 638 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mellor Primary School KNOWLE ROAD | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Voluntary Academy LOWRY DRIVE | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Mellor Sports Club MELLOR SPORTS CLUB MELLOR SPORTS CLUB LONGHURST LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 809 yd |
| Marple Recreation Ground (Closed) Strines Road | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| Ludworth Primary School LOWER FOLD | grass pitches | 923 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 | 9.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 9.5% |
| 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 | 63.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.