Meadway is in High Lane, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK6 8EG 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 Meadway, High Lane, Stockport, SK6 8EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK6 8EQ, SK6 8EH, SK6 8HX, SK6 8EF, SK6 8JT, SK6 8EE, SK6 8EN, SK6 8EJ, SK6 8JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK6 8EG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 50.2% | 54.3% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 45.7% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 8EG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 13.6% | 19.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.5% | 59.8% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 5.5% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 12.3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 35.5% | 46.2% | 10.7% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 28.6% | -9.5% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 19% | 20.5% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 23.3% | 18.7% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 13.2% | 3.5% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 12.3% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 11% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 26.9% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.6% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.5% | 97.4% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 97.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 76.7% | 15.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.7% | 37.2% | -10.5% |
| Christian | 67.4% | 46.2% | 21.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadway was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hazel Grove 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 -9.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Meadway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £493,000 | 2025-01-23 | £498,811 |
| 12 Meadway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £391,000 | 2024-02-26 | £411,369 |
| 10 Meadway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-02-26 | £389,275 |
| 18 Meadway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-11-26 | £482,104 |
| 1 Meadway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £283,500 | 2020-12-18 | £339,936 |
SK6 8EG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 8EG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 118 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 147 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Primary School Ashbourne Drive , High Lane SK6 8DB | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Disley Primary School Disley Primary School , Dane Bank Drive SK12 2BD | - not rated | 2,461 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torkington Primary School Torkington Road , Hazel Grove SK7 6NR | 3out of 4 | 2,782 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hague Bar Primary School Lower Hague , New Mills SK22 3AP | - not rated | 2,842 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,980 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poynton High School Yew Tree Lane , Poynton SK12 1PU | 3out of 4 | 4,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 4,895 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Mills School Church Lane , New Mills SK22 4NR | 3out of 4 | 5,191 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 | 1,482 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns School 19b Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7NN | - not rated | 2,998 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbury Court School London Road North , Poynton SK12 1BZ | - not rated | 3,481 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Brabyns Preparatory School 34-36 Arkwright Road , Marple SK6 7DB | - not rated | 3,818 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Peak School Mudhurst Lane , Higher Disley SK12 2AP | - not rated | 4,827 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St.Thomas Church | 85 Buxton Road, High Lane | 418 yd | |
| M & J Restaurant | 115 Buxton Road, High Lane | 418 yd | |
| The Lime Lounge | 123 Buxton Road, High Lane | 418 yd | |
| The Red Lion, High Lane | Red Lion Hotel, 112 Buxton Road | 423 yd | |
| Woodside Tennis Club | Woodside Tennis Club Grounds, Hartington Road | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Lane Conservative Club | 23 Buxton Road, High Lane | 714 yd | |
| The Horseshoe | Horse Shoe Inn, 1 Buxton Road | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummi Kitchen | 35 Buxton Road, High Lane | 714 yd | |
| Haven | 43 Buxton Road, High Lane | 714 yd | |
| High Lane Fish Bar | 41 Buxton Road, High Lane | 714 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Lane Park KESWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Brookside Primary School ASHBOURNE DRIVE | grass pitches | 863 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.