Bradgate Avenue is in Heald Green, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 3AQ is located in the Heald Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bradgate Avenue, Heald Green, Cheadle, SK8 3AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 3AH, SK8 3AP, SK8 3AJ, SK8 3AG, SK8 3AW, SK8 3AL, SK8 3AU, SK8 3BE, SK8 3AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK8 3AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49% | 49.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 23.2% | 35.8% | 12.6% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 49.7% | -13.4% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.4% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 50.1% | 51.5% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 31.1% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 11.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 21.2% | 12.8% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.4% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 12.5% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 7.7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16.2% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 34.3% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 6.5% | 5.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.3% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 12.3% | 23.8% | 11.5% | 2.7% | 21.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 80% | 66.3% | -13.7% | 81.4% | -15.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 90.1% | 86.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 9.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 3.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 86.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.1% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 0% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.6% | 37.2% | -11.6% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 23.2% | 6.5% | 16.7% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bradgate Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Heald Green 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 -15.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Bradgate Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2024-12-17 | £302,064 |
| 2 Bradgate Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-04-11 | £295,632 |
| 3 Bradgate Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-03-03 | £347,613 |
| 18 Bradgate Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-10-28 | £303,668 |
| 19A Bradgate Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2021-09-22 | £310,777 |
SK8 3AQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 4,866 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etchells Primary School East Avenue , Heald Green SK8 3DL | 3out of 4 | 315 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Hall Primary School Vernon Close , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6AN | 3out of 4 | 730 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Catholic Infant School Conway Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6DB | 4out of 4 | 843 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Catholic Junior School Conway Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6DB | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary School Outwood Road , Heald Green SK8 3ND | 3out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,874 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | 3out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | 4out of 4 | 2,260 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport Academy Heathbank Road , Cheadle Heath SK3 0UP | 3out of 4 | 4,135 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 | 1,555 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North West Hospital School 100 Wilmslow Road , SK8 3DG | - not rated | 616 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakgrove School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust) Stanley Road , SK8 6RQ | - not rated | 1,331 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,429 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Griffin | The Griffin Hotel, 124 Wilmslow Road | 221 yd | |
| Sangam | 202 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 317 yd | |
| Heald Green United Reform Church | Heald Green United Reformed Church, Wilmslow Road | 341 yd | |
| Emmanuel Church | 198 Bruntwood Lane, Cheadle Hulme | 342 yd | |
| Benugo | John Lewis Partnership, Cheadle Royal Retail Park | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heald Green Social Club & Institute Ltd | Heald Green Social Institute, 19 Finney Lane | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers | 178A Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 257 yd | |
| Desi Kana & Slims | 6 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 297 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 146 Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme | 572 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 136A Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme | 583 yd | |
| One One Eight | 118 Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Convenience Store | 180-182 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 260 yd | |
| Long Lane Post Office | 190 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 341 yd | |
| The Coop | 136B Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme | 583 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Cheadle Royal Retail Park | 620 yd | |
| Londis (Heald Green) | 6-8 Haddon Road, Heald Green | 895 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bradshaw Hall Playing Fields (New) Hall Acres Lane | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Bradshaw Hall Primary School VERNON CLOSE | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Bruntwood Primary School Pitches (Closed) Conway Road | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Cheadle Catholic Junior School CONWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Eden Park Eden Park Road | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Cheadle) ROYAL CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 844 yd |
| Ryecroft Park Sports Club PARK AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,008 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.