Norwood Avenue is in High Lane, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 8BJ 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 Norwood Avenue, High Lane, Stockport, SK6 8BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 8AA, SK6 8BH, SK6 8AU, SK6 8DR, SK6 8BW, SK6 8BB, SK6 8BL, SK6 8AZ, SK6 8AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK6 8BJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 49.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50% | 50.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 27.4% | 30.6% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 49.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 6.2% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 9.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 32.7% | 44.7% | 12.0% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 46.9% | 27% | -19.9% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 16.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 9.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 21.5% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 10.3% | -9.0% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 10.3% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.5% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 31.3% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.8% | 95.8% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 95.6% | 93% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 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 | 94.7% | 93% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwood Avenue was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 10481.0% higher than the Hazel Grove average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Norwood Avenue has the highest crime rate of 5 local areas in Hazel Grove and the 3rd highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Stockport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Norwood Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-10-20 | £380,000 |
| 8 Norwood Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-05-02 | £181,913 |
| 12 Norwood Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-02-08 | £297,812 |
| 20 Norwood Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-11-30 | £342,856 |
| 12 Norwood Avenue, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-06-06 | £251,312 |
SK6 8BJ 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.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Lane Primary School Andrew Lane , High Lane SK6 8JQ | 3out of 4 | 726 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Primary School Ashbourne Drive , High Lane SK6 8DB | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torkington Primary School Torkington Road , Hazel Grove SK7 6NR | 3out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbury Hall Primary School Shepley Drive , Hazel Grove SK7 6LE | 3out of 4 | 3,106 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Disley Primary School Disley Primary School , Dane Bank Drive SK12 2BD | - not rated | 3,131 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poynton High School Yew Tree Lane , Poynton SK12 1PU | 3out of 4 | 3,461 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 4,093 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 4,147 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 5,350 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 5,451 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windlehurst School Windlehurst Road , Hawk Green SK6 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbury Court School London Road North , Poynton SK12 1BZ | - not rated | 2,659 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Acorns School 19b Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7NN | - not rated | 3,459 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 4,385 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 4,601 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Cheshire Cruising Club | Canal Wharf, Buxton Road | 68 yd | |
| Fela Cafe | 34 Buxton Road, High Lane | 146 yd | |
| Hot Thai | 34 Buxton Road, High Lane | 146 yd | |
| Oliver's Chocolate Parties | Units 2-3, Rear Of 32 | 146 yd | |
| High Lane Cricket Club | Middlewood Road, High Lane | 156 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Lane Conservative Club | 23 Buxton Road, High Lane | 159 yd | |
| The Horseshoe | Horse Shoe Inn, 1 Buxton Road | 171 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Hotel, 329 Buxton Road | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummi Kitchen | 35 Buxton Road, High Lane | 159 yd | |
| Haven | 43 Buxton Road, High Lane | 159 yd | |
| High Lane Fish Bar | 41 Buxton Road, High Lane | 159 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Lane Park KESWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Brookside Primary School ASHBOURNE DRIVE | grass pitches | 726 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.