Cherington Road is in Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 1LN 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 Cherington Road, Cheadle, SK8 1LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 1LL, SK8 1LJ, SK8 1LW, SK8 1LB, SK8 1LP, SK8 1LE, SK8 1LF, SK8 1LD, SK8 1LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK8 1LN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.8% | 49.4% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.6% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 1LN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% 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 | 25.8% | 23.1% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 66.4% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -7.0% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.7% | 0.5% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) 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 | 54.3% | 56.3% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 30.6% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 9.5% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 SK8 1LN this area, 9.6% 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 62%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.6% | 9.6% | 2.0% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 4.2% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 8.7% | -7.4% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 11.4% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.7% | 62% | 12.3% | 33.8% | 28.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 46.2% 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 | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 5.8% | 7.9% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 4.8% |
| Pakistani | 13% | 23% | 10.0% | 2.7% | 20.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 67.4% | 46.2% | -21.2% | 81.4% | -35.2% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 7.4% | 5.7% | 1.6% | 5.8% |
In this area, 70.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 70.8% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -12.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14% | 21.8% | 7.8% | 5.6% | 16.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.2% | 70.8% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 26% | 25.0% | 9.8% | 16.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.4% | 0.5% | -17.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 10.2% | 37.2% | -27.0% |
| Christian | 23.8% | 46.2% | -22.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Jewish | 22.5% | 0.5% | 22.0% |
| Muslim | 31% | 6.5% | 24.5% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cherington Road 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 -40.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Cherington Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £940,000 | 2022-10-26 | £935,379 |
| 17 Cherington Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2021-10-22 | £699,303 |
| 7 Cherington Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-02-25 | £830,481 |
| 25 Cherington Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £606,000 | 2020-03-20 | £773,357 |
| 21 Cherington Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £552,500 | 2020-03-17 | £705,082 |
SK8 1LN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
SK8 1LN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,908 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 3,992 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 4,641 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lum Head Primary School Troutbeck Road , Gatley SK8 4RR | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cheshire Jewish Primary School St Ann's Road North , SK8 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 933 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Primary School Ashfield Road , SK8 1BB | 3out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | 4out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme Primary School Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5GB | - not rated | 1,533 yd | Free schools | 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 | 321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 1,467 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 2,552 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 3,229 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Parrs Wood Road , East Didsbury M20 6BX | 3out of 4 | 3,519 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,460 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 | 630 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 825 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House School Together Trust Campus , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Hospital School 100 Wilmslow Road , SK8 3DG | - not rated | 1,404 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Specialist Support Primary School Crossacres Road , M22 5DR | 4out of 4 | 1,888 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lounge 66 | 93 Silverdale Road, Gatley | 492 yd | |
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club Ltd | Cheadle Cricket Club, Kingsway | 502 yd | |
| Incafe | The Together Trust Centre, 57A Schools Hill | 583 yd | |
| Catering Academy @ Agilent Technologies Ltd | Agilent Technologies, 5500 Lakeside | 655 yd | |
| Heatherdew Phoenix | Together Money,, Lake View | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rectory | 4 Old Rectory Gardens, Cheadle | 843 yd | |
| White Hart | White Hart Hotel, High Street | 964 yd | |
| Cheadle Social Club | Ashfield Crescent, Cheadle | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza La Vita | 16 Old Rectory Gardens, Cheadle | 816 yd | |
| Second Serving | 20 Old Rectory Gardens, Cheadle | 821 yd | |
| Granelli Kiosk | The Kiosk, Bruntwood Park | 848 yd | |
| Cake Box Cheadle Ltd | 17 Wilmslow Road, Cheadle | 883 yd | |
| The Little Fish & Chip Shop Ltd | 7 Wilmslow Road, Cheadle | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 11A Wilmslow Road, Cheadle | 883 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 Warwick Mall, High Street | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Kingsway School FOXLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 430 yd |
| Lady Barn House School SCHOOLS HILL | grass pitches | 525 yd |
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club KINGSWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 542 yd |
| Brookfield Park BROOKFIELD HOUSE BROOKFIELD HOUSE WILMSLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Village Gym (Cheadle) CHEADLE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 725 yd |
| Grange Park Road Playing Fields GRANGE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Life Leisure Cheadle Shiers Drive | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 867 yd |
| South Manchester Sports Club ST. ANNS ROAD NORTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Lum Head Primary School TROUTBECK ROAD | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Cheadle Golf Club CHEADLE ROAD | golf | 1,014 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 | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.