Dan Bank is in Marple, Stockport and in Manchester district. SK6 6EU 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 Dan Bank, Marple, Stockport, SK6 6EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 6JZ, SK6 6ET, SK6 6JG, SK6 7EH, SK6 6JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 6EU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 51.7% | 52.8% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48.3% | 47.2% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 6EU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.6% 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 | 17% | 19.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.8% | 64.6% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 20.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -5.2% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 10.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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% | 45.4% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 37.1% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 13.2% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 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 6EU this area, 6.3% 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 44.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 6.3% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 16% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 10.2% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.3% | 44.5% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 10.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.7% | 97.1% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 96% | 96.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 95.7% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 76.7% | 16.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 62.1% | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dan Bank 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Dan Bank, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2020-07-31 | £798,683 |
| 10 Dan Bank, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £617,000 | 2017-10-26 | £912,087 |
| 4 Dan Bank, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2014-06-27 | £697,234 |
| 2 Dan Bank, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2012-02-02 | £740,333 |
| 6 Dan Bank, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £427,500 | 2011-02-25 | £842,215 |
SK6 6EU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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 6EU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 6EU 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 | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 2,149 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 5,258 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dale Primary School Walton Drive , Off Dale Road SK6 6HB | - not rated | 892 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Wood Primary School Turnstone Road , Offerton SK2 5XU | 3out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary School Elmfield Drive , SK6 6DW | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peacefield Primary School Cross Lane , Marple SK6 7PZ | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Church of England Primary School Kingfisher Road , Offerton SK2 5JR | - not rated | 1,685 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | 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 | 154 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | - not rated | 154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Ridge High School Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7PA | - not rated | 1,781 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Offerton School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | - not rated | 2,190 yd | Community 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 | 1,781 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 4,043 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 5,106 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choices School Bongs House , Bongs Road SK2 5HB | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns School 19b Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7NN | - not rated | 1,758 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glengarth Special School Station Road , Marple SK6 6AL | - not rated | 1,770 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale School Powicke Drive , Romiley SK6 3EF | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 2,190 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dobbies Marple | Dobbies Garden Centre, Dooley Lane | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway Marple Ltd | Railway Hotel, 223 Stockport Road | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadkirk Little Kitchen | Unit 23, Chadkirk Industrial Estate | 805 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marple Hall School HILL TOP DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 157 yd |
| Marple Rugby Football Club WOODVILLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 997 yd |
| Stockport Golf Club Limited Offerton Road | golf | 1,050 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 51.39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 51.39 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.