Elm Close is in Hazel Grove, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK7 5EH is located in the Norbury & Woodsmoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 2015-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Close, Hazel Grove, Stockport, SK7 5EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK7 5EF, SK7 5AJ, SK7 5AT, SK7 5AQ, SK7 5ER, SK7 5EJ, SK7 5DL, SK7 5AP, SK7 5AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK7 5EH 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 | 50.6% | 51.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.7% | -0.7% | 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 5EH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 38.2% | 34.4% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.9% | 52.9% | 11.0% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 1% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.4% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.4%) 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 | 54% | 63.2% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 14.8% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 28.2% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 6.1% | -5.7% | 12.7% | -6.6% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around SK7 5EH this area, 4.4% 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 52.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 4.4% | -15.9% | 18.2% | -13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 4.4% | -11.5% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 14.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21.1% | 20.3% | -0.8% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 52.3% | 29.1% | 33.8% | 18.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 6% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 90.1% | 70.4% | -19.7% | 81.4% | -11.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 4.7% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 84.9% 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 | 93.5% | 84.9% | -8.6% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 8.3% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 84.7% | -8.5% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.8% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 13.1% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Davenport & Cale Green 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 risen by about 21.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Elm Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £331,000 | 2024-06-10 | £346,226 |
| 4 Elm Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £395,000 | 2018-06-29 | £549,797 |
| 2 Elm Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £414,995 | 2018-05-25 | £581,558 |
| 8 Elm Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2017-11-24 | £398,336 |
| 12 Elm Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £369,995 | 2016-06-20 | £576,543 |
SK7 5EH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 219 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 4,108 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 4,260 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Moor Infant School Southwood Road , Great Moor SK2 7DG | 4out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Moor Junior School Great Moor Junior School , Southwood Road SK2 7DG | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Carisbrooke Avenue , Hazel Grove SK7 5PL | 4out of 4 | 985 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorfield Primary School Lyndhurst Avenue , Hazel Grove SK7 5HP | 3out of 4 | 996 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove Primary School Chapel Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4JH | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | 2out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 2,000 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 4,057 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | 4out of 4 | 4,137 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 4,894 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport Grammar School Buxton Road , SK2 7AF | - not rated | 1,216 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hulme Hall Grammar School Beech Avenue , Stockport SK3 8HA | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbury Court School London Road North , Poynton SK12 1BZ | - not rated | 2,444 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 2,893 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Treehouse | Pepper House Business Centre, Pepper Road | 294 yd | |
| Jump Heaven Ltd | 2 Bramhall Technology Park, Pepper Road | 428 yd | |
| Eurest Foodservice | The Adidas Centre, Pepper Road | 518 yd | |
| Oasis Bubble Cafe (Stockport) | Stepping Hill Hospital, Poplar Grove | 518 yd | |
| Stepping Hill Hospital | Poplar Grove, Great Moor | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor | Anchor Inn, 62 London Road | 746 yd | |
| Flying Coach | 120 London Road, Hazel Grove | 818 yd | |
| The Crown | Crown Inn, 414-416 Buxton Road | 835 yd | |
| Grove Ale House | 145 London Road, Hazel Grove | 854 yd | |
| Mee Thyme | 165 London Road, Hazel Grove | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man Kai | 51 London Road, Hazel Grove | 775 yd | |
| Godfather | 49 London Road, Hazel Grove | 775 yd | |
| New York | 73 London Road, Hazel Grove | 805 yd | |
| Dejeuner | 160 London Road, Hazel Grove | 818 yd | |
| PHATTIEZ | 150 London Road, Hazel Grove | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 114 London Road, Hazel Grove | 740 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, 1 London Road | 775 yd | |
| McColls | 69 Arundel Avenue, Hazel Grove | 1,040 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks & Spencer Simply Food, Commercial Road | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body Fitnesse (Closed) Unit 15B Unit 15B Bramhall Moor Lane | health and fitness suite | 381 yd |
| Green Lane Recreation Ground NEVILLE STREET | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Norbury Cricket And Lacrosse Club Longmead Avenue | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| Great Moor Park Norwood Road | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| St Peters Catholic Primary School CARISBROOKE AVENUE | grass pitches | 900 yd |
| Davenport Lawn Tennis Club GLENWOOD GROVE | tennis courts | 901 yd |
| Hazel Grove Cricket Club | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Chester Road Playing Fields LONGMEAD AVENUE | grass pitches | 925 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 | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.