Easton Drive is in Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 2JD is located in the Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Easton Drive, Cheadle, SK8 2JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 2JB, SK8 2JE, SK8 2HZ, SK8 2JJ, SK8 2JH, SK8 2HL, SK8 2LH, SK8 2LJ, SK8 2JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK8 2JD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 48.9% | 49.7% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.1% | 50.3% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SK8 2JD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.8% | 44.3% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 42.2% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39% | 44% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 34% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 17% | 16.7% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 3.7% | -3.9% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.2% | 27.3% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 7.4% | -11.0% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 14.7% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 12.1% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 29.9% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 95.1% | 88.7% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 97.7% | 91.7% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 6% | 4.5% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 92% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Easton Drive 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 -29.3%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Easton Drive, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,982 | 2023-09-29 | £182,579 |
| 22 Easton Drive, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2020-10-26 | £371,861 |
| 1 Easton Drive, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £274,500 | 2020-05-26 | £357,618 |
| 2 Easton Drive, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2018-10-12 | £288,394 |
| 19 Easton Drive, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2017-05-11 | £340,347 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,763 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 2,871 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowbank Primary School Councillor Lane , SK8 2LE | 3out of 4 | 376 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge Primary School Councillor Lane , SK8 2JF | 2out of 4 | 732 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Heath Primary School Edgeley Road , SK3 0RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Tree Primary School Queens Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HH | 3out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Primary School Ashfield Road , SK8 1BB | 3out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 1,423 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | 3out of 4 | 2,264 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 2,548 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | 4out of 4 | 3,152 yd | Community 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 | 1,288 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 3,734 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pendlebury Centre Edgeley Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0RJ | 4out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,571 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House School Together Trust Campus , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | 3out of 4 | 1,571 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Barn House School , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,701 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank Preparatory School Heathbank Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6HU | - not rated | 2,523 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe On The Park | Park Square, Bird Hall Lane | 684 yd | |
| Cheadle Town Football Club | Park Road Stadium, Park Road | 763 yd | |
| The Printers Arms | Printers Arms, 220 Stockport Road | 790 yd | |
| Micker Brook | The Micker Brook, Councillor Lane | 928 yd | |
| St Cuthbert's C Of E Church | St Cuthberts Church, 6 Cuthbert Road | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nomads Bar Ltd @ Cheadle Heath Sports Club | Cheadle Heath Sports Centre, Norbreck Avenue | 632 yd | |
| The Rivals Bar Limited T/A The Red Lion | Red Lion, 83 Stockport Road | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Jungle Grill | 165 Councillor Lane, Cheadle | 94 yd | |
| Cheadle Chippy | 163 Councillor Lane, Cheadle | 94 yd | |
| Spar & Subway | Spar Store, 195 Councillor Lane | 94 yd | |
| Cheadle Tandoori | 228 Stockport Road, Cheadle | 787 yd | |
| Pasta Punk And Ape Pizza | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheadle Superstore | 147 Councillor Lane, Cheadle | 73 yd | |
| One Stop | 151 Councillor Lane, Cheadle | 94 yd | |
| Price Busters | 161 Councillor Lane, Cheadle | 94 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 283 Stockport Road, Cheadle Heath | 834 yd | |
| Lifestyle Express | 142 Stockport Road, Cheadle | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lavington Avenue Playing Fields LAVINGTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 208 yd |
| Oakhurst Drive Recreation Ground Oakhurst Drive | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| Ladybridge Primary School COUNCILLOR LANE | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Cheadle Town Fc (Park Road Stadium) PARK ROAD STADIUM PARK ROAD STADIUM PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Park Road Playing Fields Stadium TENNYSON ROAD | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Cheadle Heath Sports Club NORBRECK AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Adswood Park PARSONAGE WAY | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Brookfield Recreation Ground 83A 83A BROOKFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Orrishmere Primary School (Closed) Worcester Road | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Ladybridge Park Residents Club EDENBRIDGE ROAD | squash courts | 962 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.