Lochmaddy Close is in Hazel Grove, Stockport and in Stockport district. SK7 6BA 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 Lochmaddy Close, Hazel Grove, Stockport, SK7 6BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK7 6AZ, SK7 6AU, SK7 6BH, SK7 6AY, SK7 6AX, SK7 6DD, SK7 6BJ, SK7 6BB, SK7 6BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK7 6BA is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population 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 | 49.8% | 46.7% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 53.3% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 6BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% 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 | 25.1% | 30.6% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 56% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 48.3% | 49.8% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 30.4% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 11.9% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 15.8% | 16.3% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.7% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 14.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 17.1% | 2.1% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32% | 34.1% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 92% | 92.8% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 96.3% | 91.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 5.6% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 92.7% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lochmaddy Close 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Lochmaddy Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-20 | £233,210 |
| 6 Lochmaddy Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2022-11-11 | £214,471 |
| 10 Lochmaddy Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-02-19 | £228,210 |
| 7 Lochmaddy Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-10-01 | £217,360 |
| 11 Lochmaddy Close, Stockport, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2017-08-25 | £254,989 |
SK7 6BA 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 579 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Torkington Primary School Torkington Road , Hazel Grove SK7 6NR | 3out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Carisbrooke Avenue , Hazel Grove SK7 5PL | 4out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Grove Primary School Chapel Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4JH | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Simon's Catholic Primary School Bosden Avenue , Hazel Grove SK7 4LH | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,699 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramhall High School Seal Road , Bramhall SK7 2JT | 2out of 4 | 3,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport School Mile End Lane , SK2 6BW | 3out of 4 | 3,085 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poynton High School Yew Tree Lane , Poynton SK12 1PU | 3out of 4 | 3,396 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive , Marple SK6 6LB | 3out of 4 | 3,559 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 3,819 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 | 983 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Lisburne School Half Moon Lane , Offerton SK2 5LB | 4out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Grammar School Buxton Road , SK2 7AF | - not rated | 3,047 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlehurst School Windlehurst Road , Hawk Green SK6 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 3,618 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill High School The Fairway , Offerton SK2 5DS | 4out of 4 | 3,632 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Grove Snooker Club | Bodycote Heat Treatments, Marcliffe Industrial Estate | 362 yd | |
| The Fiveways @ Hazel Grove | Five Ways Hotel, 68 Macclesfield Road | 369 yd | |
| Buxton Road Cafe & Coffee Bar | 3-5 Buxton Road, Hazel Grove | 498 yd | |
| Benvenuti | 318 London Road, Hazel Grove | 552 yd | |
| Blue Nile | 403 London Road, Hazel Grove | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| R & N Pubs Ltd | Rising Sun, Buxton Road | 431 yd | |
| Browns Bar & Lounge | 281 London Road, Hazel Grove | 943 yd | |
| Bullock Smithy (Hazel Grove) | 341 London Road, Hazel Grove | 943 yd | |
| Foundry 301 | 301-305 London Road, Hazel Grove | 962 yd | |
| Hazel Grove & District Conservative Club | Hazel Grove And District Conservative Club, 15 Chester Road | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 34 Buxton Road, Hazel Grove | 242 yd | |
| Tiffin Indian Cuisine Also T/a Babuchi, Mexican City, Chicken Vibes, Mr Chicken, Pizza Delight, Shang | 2 Buxton Road, Hazel Grove | 431 yd | |
| Posh Nosh Hazel Grove | 6 Fiveways Parade, Cavendish Road | 525 yd | |
| Deedar Takeaway | 7 Fiveways Parade, Cavendish Road | 539 yd | |
| Buon Cibo | 9 Fiveways Parade, Cavendish Road | 539 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Torkington Park AINTREE CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 539 yd |
| Norbury Hall Primary School SHEPLEY DRIVE | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Hazel Grove Golf Club GOLF CLUB COTTAGES GOLF CLUB COTTAGES OCCUPIERS LANE | golf | 1,051 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.45 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.45 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.53 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.