Market Street is in Marple, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 7AE is located in the Marple South & High Lane electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hazel Grove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Market Street, Marple, Stockport, SK6 7AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 7AD, SK6 6AY, SK6 7AH, SK6 7AA, SK6 6AB, SK6 6BT, SK6 7AL, SK6 6AX, SK6 6BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK6 7AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.1% | 51.4% | -5.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 42.9% | 48.6% | 5.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 7AE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% 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 | 24.3% | 44.9% | 20.6% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.8% | 23.9% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -20.3% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 13.4% | -5.4% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 22.7% | 14.2% | -8.5% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
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 | 40.6% | 46.1% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 33.2% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 1.7% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 32% | 18.2% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 13.8% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 4.7% | -2.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 35.6% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 94.2% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 95.9% | 92.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4.7% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Street 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.0%.

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 Market Street, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £369,000 | 2017-10-12 | £479,368 |
SK6 7AE 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Marple Brickbridge Road , Marple SK6 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 563 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary School Elmfield Drive , SK6 6DW | 2out of 4 | 699 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludworth Primary School Ludworth Primary School , Lower Fold SK6 5DU | 4out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Lowry Drive , Marple Bridge SK6 5BR | 4out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mellor Primary School Knowle Road , Mellor SK6 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,799 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,728 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 3,704 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 5,359 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 316 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 767 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlehurst School Windlehurst Road , Hawk Green SK6 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 3,815 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 3,962 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Pepper Cafe Bar | 58 Market Street, Marple | 80 yd | |
| All Things Nice | 48-50 Market Street, Marple | 80 yd | |
| Golden Plate | 4 - 6 Derby Way, Marple | 81 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 1A The Hollins, Marple | 83 yd | |
| Golden Plate | 4-6 Derby Way, Marple | 94 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bevi | 24 Market Street, Marple | 80 yd | |
| The Bulls Head Marple | The Bulls Head, 23 Market Street | 108 yd | |
| No 42 | 42 Market Street, Marple | 111 yd | |
| Navigation Inn | 9 Stockport Road, Marple | 139 yd | |
| Aggies Bar Ltd | 54 Market Street, Marple | 143 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margherita's | First Floor, 26 Market Street | 69 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 5 The Hollins, Marple | 83 yd | |
| Panicos | 31 Stockport Road, Marple | 133 yd | |
| Oriental Hut | 21 Stockport Road, Marple | 139 yd | |
| Gulshan | 10 Stockport Road, Marple | 179 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 7 Market Street, Marple | 108 yd | |
| Co-op Marple Church Street | 92 - 94 Church Lane, Marple | 191 yd | |
| Asda Express Marple Stockport Road PFS | 151 Stockport Road, Marple | 453 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Life Leisure Marple Stockport Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 127 yd |
| Marple Sixth Form College (Closed) Hibbert Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 416 yd |
| Marple Recreation Ground (Closed) Strines Road | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| All Saints Primary School BRICKBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Marple Sports Club BOWDEN LANE | grass pitches, squash courts | 581 yd |
| Marple Sixth Form College BUXTON LANE | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Peacefield Primary School (Closed) Cross Lane | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Rose Hill Primary School ELMFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Holben'S Health Club GOYT MILL GOYT MILL UPPER HIBBERT LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,090 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.