Birchway is in Bramhall, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK7 2AG 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 Birchway, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 2AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK7 2AF, SK7 2BP, SK7 2AE, SK7 2BW, SK7 2AS, SK7 2AW, SK7 2AR, SK7 2BN, SK7 2AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK7 2AG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 51.8% | 56.8% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 48.2% | 43.2% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 2AG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 9.9% | 13.1% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -24.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 74.6% | 59.9% | -14.7% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 19.9% | 11.4% | 6.1% | 13.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49% | 38.1% | -10.9% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 34% | 23% | -11.0% | 33.6% | -10.6% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 22.1% | 7.5% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 2% | 10% | 8.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 6.9% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 5.7% |
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 | 12.7% | 16% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 9.2% | 1.7% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 16% | 5.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 8.2% | -3.1% | 16.9% | -8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.1% | 41% | -12.1% | 33.8% | 7.2% |
| Other | 1.9% | 5.1% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96% | 93.4% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 95.3% | 95.5% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 95.5% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.9% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.3% | 37.2% | -8.9% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birchway 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.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% 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 Birchway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £511,000 | 2023-08-01 | £532,855 |
| 12 Birchway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2022-10-07 | £613,595 |
| 22 Birchway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £683,000 | 2022-02-09 | £739,247 |
| 9 Birchway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2021-02-24 | £480,492 |
| 4 Birchway, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2018-11-02 | £683,560 |
SK7 2AG 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 SK7 2AG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 176 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 4,898 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 5,249 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hursthead Junior School Kirkstead Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hursthead Infant School Kirkstead Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7PZ | 4out of 4 | 641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pownall Green Primary School Bramhall Lane South , Bramhall SK7 2EB | 4out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moss Hey Primary School Eskdale Avenue , Bramhall SK7 1DS | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorn Grove Primary School Woodstock Avenue , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7LD | 3out of 4 | 1,351 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 | 955 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,889 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 2,881 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 3,007 yd | Free schools | 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 | 3,059 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 4,339 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 | 1,191 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme School Claremont Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6EF | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank Preparatory School Heathbank Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6HU | - not rated | 1,767 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 2,964 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust) Stanley Road , SK8 6RQ | - not rated | 2,964 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bramhall Lane Lawn Tennis Club | Ramsdale Road, Bramhall | 591 yd | |
| Duttons Bramhall | The New Victorian, Ack Lane East | 679 yd | |
| Long Bar & Kitchen | 8 Ack Lane East, Bramhall | 679 yd | |
| The Bubble Room Bar & Restaurant Limited | 2-4 Ack Lane East, Bramhall | 679 yd | |
| The Damson Tree | 66 Fountains Road, Cheadle Hulme | 742 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 | 889 yd | |
| The Crown & Conspirator Bramhall Ltd | 26 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 924 yd | |
| The Church Inn | Church Inn, 90 Ravenoak Road | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bramhall Grill | 32 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 866 yd | |
| Bramhall Grill Ltd | 32 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 866 yd | |
| Fosters Fish & Chips | 193 Moss Lane, Bramhall | 891 yd | |
| The Drawing Room | 3 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall | 908 yd | |
| Shaam Restaurant | 1 Woodford Road, Bramhall | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Bramhall Service Station | Shell Bramhall, 17 Ack Lane East | 739 yd | |
| Go Local Extra | 70 Fountains Road, Cheadle Hulme | 742 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 8 The Bramhall Centre, Bramhall Lane South | 830 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | 14 Woodford Road, Bramhall | 999 yd | |
| Co-Op | 59 Dairyground Road, Bramhall | 1,090 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hursthead Junior School Kirkstead Road | grass pitches | 697 yd |
| Pownall Green Primary School BRAMHALL LANE SOUTH | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Bramhall) 14-15 14-15 THE BRAMHALL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 862 yd |
| Bramall Park Golf Club MANOR ROAD | golf | 966 yd |
| Life Leisure Cheadle Hulme WOODS LANE | squash courts | 1,013 yd |
| Woods Lane WOODS LANE | grass pitches | 1,013 yd |
| Cheadle Hulme High School WOODS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,058 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 | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| 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 | 57.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.