Cross Lane is in Marple, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 6DJ 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 Cross Lane, Marple, Stockport, SK6 6DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 6DS, SK6 6GA, SK6 6DZ, SK6 6EG, SK6 6EQ, SK6 6DR, SK6 6DG, SK6 7AP, SK6 6DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK6 6DJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 51.6% | -4.9% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 43.5% | 48.4% | 4.9% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 34.4% | 39.7% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 33.7% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 16% | 15.6% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 46.8% | 48.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 28.6% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 13.1% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 7.5% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 21.7% | 16.6% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 9.5% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 17.1% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.1% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 33.2% | 11.5% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.5% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.6% | 92.9% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 95.2% | 98% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 98% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross 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 similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Cross Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-08-08 | £344,166 |
| 49 Cross Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-06-11 | £236,383 |
| 31 Cross Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2025-01-09 | £389,207 |
| 27 Cross Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-02-29 | £463,401 |
| 26 Cross Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-01-31 | £530,254 |
SK6 6DJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 3,413 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peacefield Primary School Cross Lane , Marple SK6 7PZ | - not rated | 317 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary School Elmfield Drive , SK6 6DW | 3out of 4 | 360 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dale Primary School Walton Drive , Off Dale Road SK6 6HB | - not rated | 622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Marple Brickbridge Road , Marple SK6 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludworth Primary School Ludworth Primary School , Lower Fold SK6 5DU | 3out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marple Ridge High School Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7PA | - not rated | 557 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Marple Hall High School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | - not rated | 3,268 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | 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 | 557 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 5,298 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorns School 19b Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7NN | - not rated | 505 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glengarth Special School Station Road , Marple SK6 6AL | - not rated | 568 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Preparatory School Hollins Lane , Marple Bridge SK6 5BB | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlehurst School Windlehurst Road , Hawk Green SK6 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,946 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Suns Coffee | 112 Stockport Road, Marple | 305 yd | |
| Art Of Siam | 105 Stockport Road, Marple | 325 yd | |
| Northern Beer Traders Limited | 113 Stockport Road, Marple | 337 yd | |
| Butterleys | 76 Stockport Road, Marple | 341 yd | |
| Vaquero | 115 Stockport Road, Marple | 344 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marple Tavern | Cross Lane, Marple | 288 yd | |
| The Railway Marple Ltd | Railway Hotel, 223 Stockport Road | 543 yd | |
| Aggies Bar Ltd | 54 Market Street, Marple | 598 yd | |
| No 42 | 42 Market Street, Marple | 608 yd | |
| Bevi | 24 Market Street, Marple | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Bakery And Kitchen | 130 Stockport Road, Marple | 249 yd | |
| Marple Express | 136 Stockport Road, Marple | 249 yd | |
| Whittakers | 134 Stockport Road, Marple | 249 yd | |
| Dhaaniya LTD | 123 Stockport Road, Marple | 325 yd | |
| Harlequin | 103 Stockport Road, Marple | 325 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Marple Stockport Road PFS | 151 Stockport Road, Marple | 249 yd | |
| Co-op Marple Church Street | 92 - 94 Church Lane, Marple | 595 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 7 Market Street, Marple | 639 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peacefield Primary School (Closed) Cross Lane | grass pitches | 312 yd |
| Rose Hill Primary School ELMFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 359 yd |
| Marple Sixth Form College BUXTON LANE | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Marple Sports Club BOWDEN LANE | grass pitches, squash courts | 489 yd |
| Life Leisure Marple Stockport Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 492 yd |
| Marple Sixth Form College (Closed) Hibbert Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 552 yd |
| Marple Rugby Football Club WOODVILLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| All Saints Primary School BRICKBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 985 yd |
| Marple Recreation Ground (Closed) Strines Road | grass pitches | 1,052 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 | 139.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.