Moss Lane is in Bramhall, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK7 1EJ is located in the Bramhall South & Woodford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moss Lane, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK7 1EL, SK7 1EG, SK7 1EN, SK8 7PF, SK7 1EZ, SK7 1DW, SK7 1DJ, SK8 7PJ, SK7 1EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK7 1EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.3% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49% | 48.7% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 SK7 1EJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.8% 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 | 13.9% | 13.9% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -24.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71% | 65.8% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 21.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 2% | 5.6% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 14.7% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.8% | 52.1% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 34.5% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 9.7% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 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.
In the area around SK7 1EJ this area, 8.5% 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 50.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.8% | 8.5% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 8.5% | 1.6% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 13.2% | -8.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 11.1% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.1% | 50.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 17.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 93.3% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 95.8% | 95.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 95.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 76.7% | 19.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moss Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bramhall 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 higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96 Moss Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £468,500 | 2024-08-02 | £476,409 |
| 66 Moss Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £730,500 | 2022-11-11 | £729,059 |
| 88 Moss Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-06-30 | £561,015 |
| 82 Moss Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £945,000 | 2021-05-25 | £1,129,091 |
| 94 Moss Lane, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2020-09-03 | £539,927 |
SK7 1EJ 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 SK7 1EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Hey Primary School Eskdale Avenue , Bramhall SK7 1DS | 3out of 4 | 255 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hursthead Infant School Kirkstead Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7PZ | 4out of 4 | 499 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hursthead Junior School Kirkstead Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorn Grove Primary School Woodstock Avenue , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7LD | 3out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensgate Primary School Albany Road , SK7 1NE | 4out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheadle Hulme High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | 4out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 2,282 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 3,402 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 3,612 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 3,486 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 5,322 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley School Whitehaven Road , Bramhall SK7 1EN | 4out of 4 | 239 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme School Claremont Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6EF | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank Preparatory School Heathbank Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6HU | - not rated | 2,028 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 2,513 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust) Stanley Road , SK8 6RQ | - not rated | 2,513 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolce Ltd @ Moss Hey Primary School | Moss Hey Primary School, Eskdale Avenue | 245 yd | |
| Fords Lane Evangelical Church | Fords Evangelical Church, Fords Lane | 417 yd | |
| The Damson Tree | 66 Fountains Road, Cheadle Hulme | 494 yd | |
| Piccolino | 207 Moss Lane, Bramhall | 682 yd | |
| Amans Bramhall | 222 Moss Lane, Bramhall | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nook & Broom Bramhall Also T/a Chik Box, Locked And Loaded, K-Town Chicken | 9 - 11 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 881 yd | |
| Grove Lane Baptist Church | Pingate Lane South, Cheadle Hulme | 888 yd | |
| The Crown & Conspirator Bramhall Ltd | 26 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fosters Fish & Chips | 193 Moss Lane, Bramhall | 682 yd | |
| The Drawing Room | 3 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 883 yd | |
| Shaam Restaurant | 1 Woodford Road, Bramhall | 904 yd | |
| Bramhall Grill | 32 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 972 yd | |
| Bramhall Grill Ltd | 32 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Local Extra | 70 Fountains Road, Cheadle Hulme | 494 yd | |
| Shell Bramhall Service Station | Shell Bramhall, 17 Ack Lane East | 775 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 8 The Bramhall Centre, Bramhall Lane South | 840 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | 14 Woodford Road, Bramhall | 881 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moss Hey Primary School ESKDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 196 yd |
| Hursthead Junior School Kirkstead Road | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Bramhall) 14-15 14-15 THE BRAMHALL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 867 yd |
| Grove Park GROVE LANE | grass pitches, squash courts | 986 yd |
| Life Leisure Cheadle Hulme WOODS LANE | squash courts | 1,032 yd |
| Woods Lane WOODS LANE | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Cheadle Hulme High School WOODS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,068 yd |
| Woodford Recreation Ground REGENT CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.