Stirling Avenue is in Marple, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 7LU 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 Stirling Avenue, Marple, Stockport, SK6 7LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 7LR, SK6 7LS, SK6 7LT, SK6 7LA, SK6 7LX, SK6 7NB, SK6 7BD, SK6 7PF, SK6 7LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 7LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 55.6% | 55.2% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 44.4% | 44.8% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 | 30.4% | 23.7% | -6.7% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 48.2% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 11.6% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 15.2% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
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% | 43.6% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 36% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 16% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 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 | 10.8% | 13.2% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 8.8% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 12.7% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 16.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.8% | 39.9% | -4.9% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 2% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.3% | 91.6% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 94% | 92.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 92.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.6% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stirling Avenue 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 -51.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Stirling Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-11-17 | £392,930 |
| 1 Stirling Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2013-05-17 | £307,064 |
| 9 Stirling Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2004-04-28 | £402,129 |
| 3 Stirling Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2003-08-26 | £369,027 |
| 3 Stirling Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2003-02-14 | £272,995 |
SK6 7LU 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 7LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 5,230 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 368 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary School Elmfield Drive , SK6 6DW | 2out of 4 | 1,216 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mellor Primary School Knowle Road , Mellor SK6 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,804 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Lowry Drive , Marple Bridge SK6 5BR | 4out of 4 | 1,872 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludworth Primary School Ludworth Primary School , Lower Fold SK6 5DU | 4out of 4 | 1,909 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,074 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrytown Catholic High School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BU | 3out of 4 | 4,154 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werneth School Harrytown , Romiley SK6 3BX | - not rated | 4,203 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 400 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlehurst School Windlehurst Road , Hawk Green SK6 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 3,981 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 4,256 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marple Methodist Community Cafe | Marple Methodist Church, Church Lane | 388 yd | |
| The Fishermans Table | 103 Church Lane, Marple | 453 yd | |
| Tumble Jacks | Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane | 483 yd | |
| Milly's Grill | Unit 38, Goyt Mill | 485 yd | |
| Baked By Leah | 35 Market Street, Marple | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marple & Mellor Conservative Club | 119 Church Lane, Marple | 388 yd | |
| Aggies Bar Ltd | 54 Market Street, Marple | 526 yd | |
| The Bulls Head Marple | The Bulls Head, 23 Market Street | 544 yd | |
| No 42 | 42 Market Street, Marple | 549 yd | |
| Marple Social And Forces Club | 3 Lime Kiln Lane, Marple | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goyt Fish Bar | 8 Goyt Avenue, Marple | 378 yd | |
| Margherita's | First Floor, 26 Market Street | 584 yd | |
| Panicos | 31 Stockport Road, Marple | 642 yd | |
| Oriental Hut | 21 Stockport Road, Marple | 644 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 5 The Hollins, Marple | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Marple Church Street | 92 - 94 Church Lane, Marple | 489 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 7 Market Street, Marple | 544 yd | |
| Asda Express Marple Stockport Road PFS | 151 Stockport Road, Marple | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Primary School BRICKBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Marple Sixth Form College (Closed) Hibbert Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 431 yd |
| Holben'S Health Club GOYT MILL GOYT MILL UPPER HIBBERT LANE | health and fitness suite | 480 yd |
| Marple Sixth Form College BUXTON LANE | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Life Leisure Marple Stockport Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 712 yd |
| Hawk Green Cricket Club UPPER HIBBERT LANE | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Marple Recreation Ground (Closed) Strines Road | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| Marple Golf Club BARNSFOLD ROAD | golf | 924 yd |
| Peacefield Primary School (Closed) Cross Lane | grass pitches | 925 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 | 64.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.