Merwood Avenue is in Heald Green, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 3DN 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 Merwood Avenue, Heald Green, Cheadle, SK8 3DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 3BG, SK8 3DB, SK8 3BH, SK8 3DJ, SK8 3DL, SK8 3DW, SK8 3AW, SK8 3BQ, SK8 3BR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK8 3DN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.5% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.5% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 3DN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 34.4% | 31.8% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 53.3% | 3.7% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 5.5% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.3%) 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 | 50.8% | 57.6% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 9.2% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 31.7% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 8% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.7% | 14.2% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 9% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 16.3% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 17% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 36.5% | 12.0% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 6.7% | 1.7% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 10.3% | 16% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 13.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 77% | 62.8% | -14.2% | 81.4% | -18.6% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 88.4% | 85.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 9.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | 3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 87.3% | 84.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 8% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 3.5% | -2.4% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.7% | 37.2% | -8.5% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 23.1% | 6.5% | 16.6% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Merwood 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Merwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2023-08-31 | £541,375 |
| 5 Merwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2018-06-08 | £464,038 |
| 14 Merwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2018-06-08 | £393,995 |
| 14 Merwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2014-07-11 | £449,027 |
| 10 Merwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-06-10 | £499,071 |
SK8 3DN 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SK8 3DN 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Nursery School Ashgate Avenue , Crossacres M22 7ZE | - not rated | 2,981 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresty Nursery School Ashurst Road , Peel Hall M22 5AU | - not rated | 3,389 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 4,314 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | - not rated | 5,117 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 | 150 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary School Outwood Road , Heald Green SK8 3ND | 3out of 4 | 897 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Hall Junior School Vernon Close , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6AN | - not rated | 953 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Hall Infant School Vernon Close , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6AN | - not rated | 953 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Hall Primary School Vernon Close , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6AN | 4out of 4 | 953 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 | 4out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor County Secondary School North Downs Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 1,807 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,885 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | 2out of 4 | 2,153 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway County Secondary School Foxland Road , Gatley SK8 4QX | - not rated | 2,153 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,807 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 | 649 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Preparatory School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | - not rated | 653 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakgrove School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | - not rated | 725 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakgrove School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sangam | 202 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 106 yd | |
| Heald Green United Reform Church | Heald Green United Reformed Church, Wilmslow Road | 129 yd | |
| The Griffin | The Griffin Hotel, 124 Wilmslow Road | 310 yd | |
| Cuppuccino Heald Green Ltd | Flat 1, Smithy Croft | 621 yd | |
| Emmanuel Church | 198 Bruntwood Lane, Cheadle Hulme | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heald Green Social Club & Institute Ltd | Heald Green Social Institute, 19 Finney Lane | 340 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers | 178A Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 80 yd | |
| Desi Kana & Slims | 6 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 336 yd | |
| Golden Star | 20 Haddon Road, Heald Green | 612 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 146 Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme | 899 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 136A Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Convenience Store | 180-182 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 68 yd | |
| Long Lane Post Office | 190 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 129 yd | |
| Londis (Heald Green) | 6-8 Haddon Road, Heald Green | 612 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Cheadle Royal Retail Park | 764 yd | |
| The Coop | 136B Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bradshaw Hall Playing Fields (New) Hall Acres Lane | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Outwood Primary School OUTWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Cheadle) ROYAL CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 921 yd |
| Bradshaw Hall Primary School VERNON CLOSE | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Eden Park Eden Park Road | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 163.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.