Kingsway is in Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 1LA is located in the Cheadle West & Gatley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsway, Cheadle, SK8 1LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 4PP, SK8 4PA, SK8 4PW, SK8 4PB, SK8 1BA, SK8 4PR, SK8 1NR, SK8 4PN, SK8 1NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK8 1LA 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 | 49.1% | 51.3% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.7% | -2.2% | 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 SK8 1LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 21.5% | 27.8% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.7% | 59% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 4.9% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 52.2% | 53.5% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 31.3% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 10.6% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
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 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 11.4% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 5.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 8.3% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 18.5% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.6% | 49.1% | 9.5% | 33.8% | 15.3% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 41.9% 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 | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 1.8% | -2.9% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 23.6% | 42.4% | 18.8% | 2.7% | 39.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 3% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 60% | 41.9% | -18.1% | 81.4% | -39.5% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4.3% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
In this area, 76.5% 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 | 81.3% | 76.5% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.3% | 16.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 10.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.5% | 76.7% | -3.8% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 20.5% | 19.7% | 9.8% | 10.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.6% | 1% | -14.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 11.1% | 37.2% | -26.1% |
| Christian | 32.1% | 46.2% | -14.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 3.5% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Muslim | 41.9% | 6.5% | 35.4% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsway was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North 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 -17.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 259 Kingsway, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-04-01 | £534,884 |
| 213 Kingsway, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-03-25 | £452,170 |
| 229 Kingsway, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2021-12-17 | £810,261 |
| 227 Kingsway, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2021-12-07 | £677,974 |
| 205 Kingsway, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-08-13 | £431,382 |
SK8 1LA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 student residents living in SK8 1LA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 3,824 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 3,979 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 4,716 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | 4out of 4 | 767 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lum Head Primary School Troutbeck Road , Gatley SK8 4RR | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Primary School Ashfield Road , SK8 1BB | 3out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cheshire Jewish Primary School St Ann's Road North , SK8 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Primary Academy Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | 4out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | 3out of 4 | 328 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 1,934 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 2,211 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Parrs Wood Road , East Didsbury M20 6BX | 3out of 4 | 3,164 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 3,343 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,911 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Barn House School , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,120 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House School Together Trust Campus , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Specialist Support Primary School Crossacres Road , M22 5DR | 4out of 4 | 1,690 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Hospital School 100 Wilmslow Road , SK8 3DG | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club Ltd | Cheadle Cricket Club, Kingsway | 2 yd | |
| Yeshurun Hebrew Congregation | Coniston Road, Gatley | 528 yd | |
| Istanbul Grill | Cafe Bar, 1-3 Gatley Road | 586 yd | |
| Janna Restaurant | 5 Gatley Road, Cheadle | 586 yd | |
| Bellini's | 7 Gatley Road, Cheadle | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rectory | 4 Old Rectory Gardens, Cheadle | 700 yd | |
| White Hart | White Hart Hotel, High Street | 768 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel, Gatley Green | 912 yd | |
| Cheadle Social Club | Ashfield Crescent, Cheadle | 980 yd | |
| James Watts | The James Watt, High Street | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aamchi Mumbai | 2A Gatley Road, Cheadle | 672 yd | |
| Benny's Chinese Cuisine | 4 Gatley Road, Cheadle | 674 yd | |
| Pizza La Vita | 16 Old Rectory Gardens, Cheadle | 683 yd | |
| Second Serving | 20 Old Rectory Gardens, Cheadle | 685 yd | |
| The Original Taste | 183 Gatley Road, Gatley | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 11A Wilmslow Road, Cheadle | 748 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 Warwick Mall, High Street | 909 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 25-29 High Street, Cheadle | 1,030 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club KINGSWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 76 yd |
| The Kingsway School FOXLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 311 yd |
| William Scholes Playing Fields BEECH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Gatley Primary School HAWTHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Grange Park Road Playing Fields GRANGE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Lum Head Primary School TROUTBECK ROAD | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| Lady Barn House School SCHOOLS HILL | grass pitches | 1,019 yd |
| Brookfield Park BROOKFIELD HOUSE BROOKFIELD HOUSE WILMSLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
| Ladies Workout Express (Closed) Ashfield Road | health and fitness suite | 1,078 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 63.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.