Buxton Road is in Hazel Grove, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK7 6AD is located in the Hazel Grove electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hazel Grove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buxton Road, Hazel Grove, Stockport, SK7 6AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK7 6AB, SK7 4RF, SK7 6AA, SK7 6JY, SK7 6DD, SK7 6JZ, SK7 6AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK7 6AD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 48.8% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 51.2% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.1% | 35.7% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 45.8% | -13.0% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 9.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) 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 | 56.2% | 56.3% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 29.2% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 10.4% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 6AD this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.2% | 7.6% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 11.4% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 13.6% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 14% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 42.8% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 9.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 86.1% | 87.5% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 6.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 86.7% 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 | 89.9% | 86.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 6.3% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 86.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.2% | 9.9% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1.1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buxton Road 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.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Buxton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-13 | £196,596 |
| Flat 2 3 - 5 Buxton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-01-12 | £148,975 |
| 12 Buxton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-11-18 | £244,517 |
| 18 Buxton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-11-19 | £435,297 |
| 20 Buxton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-03-26 | £351,466 |
SK7 6AD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SK7 6AD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offerton Hall Nursery School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | - not rated | 2,706 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 4,462 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norbury Hall Primary School Shepley Drive , Hazel Grove SK7 6LE | 3out of 4 | 614 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbury Hall Primary School Shepley Drive , Hazel Grove SK7 6LE | - not rated | 614 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove Infant School Chapel Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4JH | - not rated | 938 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove Primary School Chapel Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4JH | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove Primary School Chapel Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4JH | - not rated | 938 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,705 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hazel Grove High School Jacksons Lane , Hazel Grove SK7 5JX | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 2,769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall County High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | - not rated | 3,048 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,501 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridge College Hibbert Lane , Marple SK6 7PA | - not rated | 3,879 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 4,898 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norbury Court School London Road North , Poynton SK12 1BZ | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Laurus Grace Jacksons Lane , SK7 5JX | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Grammar School Buxton Road , SK2 7AF | - not rated | 2,753 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Choices School Bongs House , Bongs Road SK2 5HB | - not rated | 2,943 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 3,263 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Road Cafe & Coffee Bar | 3-5 Buxton Road, Hazel Grove | 68 yd | |
| Benvenuti | 318 London Road, Hazel Grove | 144 yd | |
| Blue Nile | 403 London Road, Hazel Grove | 169 yd | |
| Hazel Grove Snooker Club | Bodycote Heat Treatments, Marcliffe Industrial Estate | 177 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | McDonalds, 260 London Road | 392 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| R & N Pubs Ltd | Rising Sun, Buxton Road | 2 yd | |
| Browns Bar & Lounge | 281 London Road, Hazel Grove | 523 yd | |
| Bullock Smithy (Hazel Grove) | 341 London Road, Hazel Grove | 523 yd | |
| Foundry 301 | 301-305 London Road, Hazel Grove | 542 yd | |
| O'Hare's Bar And Restaurant | 251 London Road, Hazel Grove | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Indian Cuisine Also T/a Babuchi, Mexican City, Chicken Vibes, Mr Chicken, Pizza Delight, Shang | 2 Buxton Road, Hazel Grove | 2 yd | |
| Tahiti | 397-401 London Road, Hazel Grove | 169 yd | |
| Pink Garlic Takeaway | 395 London Road, Hazel Grove | 169 yd | |
| Greggs | 34 Buxton Road, Hazel Grove | 301 yd | |
| Burger Vault | Unit 16, School Street Industrial Estate | 483 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Torkington Park AINTREE CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 232 yd |
| Norbury Hall Primary School SHEPLEY DRIVE | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| Hazel Grove Bowling And Tennis Club Douglas Road | tennis courts | 681 yd |
| Hazel Grove Cricket Club | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Chester Road Playing Fields LONGMEAD AVENUE | grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Torkington Primary School TORKINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 985 yd |
| St Simon'S Catholic Primary School BOSDEN AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,029 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 | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.