Fountains Road is in Bramhall, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK7 1ET 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 Fountains Road, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK7 1ES, SK8 7PX, SK7 1EU, SK7 2AD, SK7 1EX, SK8 7PU, SK7 1EP, SK7 1ER, SK8 7PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK7 1ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.4% | 50.6% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 44.6% | 49.4% | 4.8% | 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 vicinity of SK7 1ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 23.6% | 20% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 60% | 5.9% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 7.4% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 10.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.7% | 47% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 36.3% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 14% | 12.7% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 17.3% | 17.5% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 9.5% | 3.1% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 13.3% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.1% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 14.7% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.7% | 36% | -1.7% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 4.4% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 3.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.2% | 86.5% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 89.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 89.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 4.4% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 88.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fountains Road 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Fountains Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-12-19 | £402,917 |
| 17 Fountains Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-01-08 | £461,639 |
| 12 Fountains Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2020-08-14 | £535,961 |
| 22 Fountains Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2020-01-31 | £436,915 |
| 16 Fountains Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £333,500 | 2018-07-06 | £455,947 |
SK7 1ET 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 1ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 5,286 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hursthead Infant School Kirkstead Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7PZ | 4out of 4 | 147 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hursthead Junior School Kirkstead Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moss Hey Primary School Eskdale Avenue , Bramhall SK7 1DS | 3out of 4 | 700 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorn Grove Primary School Woodstock Avenue , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7LD | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pownall Green Primary School Bramhall Lane South , Bramhall SK7 2EB | 4out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 691 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 2,008 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 3,051 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 3,352 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 | 3,124 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 4,866 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 | 718 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme School Claremont Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6EF | - not rated | 1,426 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank Preparatory School Heathbank Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6HU | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 2,558 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust) Stanley Road , SK8 6RQ | - not rated | 2,558 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Damson Tree | 66 Fountains Road, Cheadle Hulme | 249 yd | |
| Fords Lane Evangelical Church | Fords Evangelical Church, Fords Lane | 483 yd | |
| Dolce Ltd @ Moss Hey Primary School | Moss Hey Primary School, Eskdale Avenue | 701 yd | |
| Duttons Bramhall | The New Victorian, Ack Lane East | 736 yd | |
| Long Bar & Kitchen | 8 Ack Lane East, Bramhall | 736 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 | 885 yd | |
| The Crown & Conspirator Bramhall Ltd | 26 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 933 yd | |
| Grove Lane Baptist Church | Pingate Lane South, Cheadle Hulme | 947 yd | |
| The Church Inn | Church Inn, 90 Ravenoak Road | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fosters Fish & Chips | 193 Moss Lane, Bramhall | 761 yd | |
| The Drawing Room | 3 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 897 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 26 Church Road, Cheadle Hulme | 929 yd | |
| Amigo | 16 Church Road, Cheadle Hulme | 929 yd | |
| Bramhall Grill | 32 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Local Extra | 70 Fountains Road, Cheadle Hulme | 249 yd | |
| Shell Bramhall Service Station | Shell Bramhall, 17 Ack Lane East | 726 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 8 The Bramhall Centre, Bramhall Lane South | 824 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | 14 Woodford Road, Bramhall | 948 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hursthead Junior School Kirkstead Road | grass pitches | 235 yd |
| Moss Hey Primary School ESKDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Life Leisure Cheadle Hulme WOODS LANE | squash courts | 750 yd |
| Woods Lane WOODS LANE | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Cheadle Hulme High School WOODS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 795 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Bramhall) 14-15 14-15 THE BRAMHALL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 860 yd |
| Thorn Grove Primary School WOODSTOCK AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 34.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.