Eastleigh Road is in Heald Green, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 3EJ 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 Eastleigh Road, Heald Green, Cheadle, SK8 3EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 3PR, SK8 3RE, SK8 3EQ, SK8 3RD, SK8 3QT, SK8 3PU, SK8 3EH, SK8 3RQ, SK8 3RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK8 3EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.3% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.7% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.1% | 33.6% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 49% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 9.7% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 6.7% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 48.3% | 48.9% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 34.9% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 12.3% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 19.4% | 15.8% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 8.7% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 15.1% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.4% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 41.3% | 17.3% | 33.8% | 7.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.7% 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 | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 18.6% | 19.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 17.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 75.4% | 65.7% | -9.7% | 81.4% | -15.7% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 88.3% | 82.9% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.6% | 12% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 6.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.8% | 82.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.4% | 14.1% | 9.8% | 4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.9% | 0.8% | -9.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.1% | 37.2% | -10.1% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 20.7% | 6.5% | 14.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastleigh Road was 2.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 1091.7% higher than the Heald Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eastleigh Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 3 local areas in Heald Green and the 9th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Stockport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Eastleigh Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-12-02 | £275,182 |
| 80 Eastleigh Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-10-13 | £286,179 |
| 79 Eastleigh Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £344,000 | 2022-08-26 | £352,609 |
| 42 Eastleigh Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2022-08-25 | £482,677 |
| 88 Eastleigh Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £326,000 | 2022-05-19 | £354,002 |
SK8 3EJ 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 3EJ 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Vale Primary School Prospect Vale , Off Brown Lane SK8 3RJ | 3out of 4 | 368 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Etchells Primary School East Avenue , Heald Green SK8 3DL | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cheshire Jewish Primary School St Ann's Road North , SK8 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolshaw Primary School Cross Road , Heald Green SK8 3LW | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lum Head Primary School Troutbeck Road , Gatley SK8 4RR | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,921 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 2,303 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Enterprise Academy Simonsway , M22 9RH | 3out of 4 | 3,082 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | 4out of 4 | 3,368 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,410 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 | 838 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakgrove School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 1,841 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust) Stanley Road , SK8 6RQ | - not rated | 1,841 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Barn House School , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,876 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 Unity | 228 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 190 yd | |
| Cinnamon Tree Indian Restuarant | 224 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 190 yd | |
| Cuppuccino Heald Green Ltd | Flat 1, Smithy Croft | 265 yd | |
| The Brew HG Ltd | Going Dutch Florist, 217A Finney Lane | 322 yd | |
| Cafe On The Lane | 254 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flying Horse | 1 Longstone Road | 734 yd | |
| Heald Green Social Club & Institute Ltd | Heald Green Social Institute, 19 Finney Lane | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 222 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 190 yd | |
| Good Burger | 225 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 297 yd | |
| Hung Wan | 219 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 322 yd | |
| Perfect Sandwich | 248B Finney Lane, Heald Green | 354 yd | |
| Sol's Takeaway | 252 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 232 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 190 yd | |
| Village Saver | 212 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 190 yd | |
| Noor Cash & Carry | 227 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 322 yd | |
| The Co-Op | 238 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 354 yd | |
| Londis (Heald Green) | 6-8 Haddon Road, Heald Green | 913 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Outwood Road Recreation Ground WYTHENS ROAD | grass pitches | 554 yd |
| Rose Vale Park (Closed) Rose Vale | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Cheadle And Gatley Junior Football Club CROSS ROAD | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| South Manchester Sports Club ST. ANNS ROAD NORTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 68.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.