Fistral Avenue is in Heald Green, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 3HB 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 Fistral Avenue, Heald Green, Cheadle, SK8 3HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 3HA, SK8 3EZ, SK8 3EY, SK8 3ET, SK8 3EX, SK8 3DD, SK8 3JW, SK8 3JR, SK8 3HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK8 3HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51.6% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.7% | 48.4% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 36.8% | 39.1% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.8% | 42.8% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 5.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 50.7% | 48.4% | -2.3% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 29.7% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 14.1% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 17.9% | 15.6% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.5% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 19.7% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 34.2% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 7.7% | 4.5% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 88% | 82.7% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 91.2% | 88.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 88.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 1.4% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 9.9% | 6.5% | 3.4% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fistral 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Fistral Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2026-01-19 | £317,364 |
| 26 Fistral Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-03-26 | £264,463 |
| 23 Fistral Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2019-03-29 | £241,170 |
| 18 Fistral Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-09-14 | £277,322 |
| 4 Fistral Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2015-07-10 | £286,887 |
SK8 3HB 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Transport and storage | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 2,793 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresty Nursery School Ashurst Road , Peel Hall M22 5AU | - not rated | 3,086 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 4,854 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 | 507 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolshaw Primary School Cross Road , Heald Green SK8 3LW | - not rated | 720 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolshaw Primary School Cross Road , Heald Green SK8 3LW | 3out of 4 | 720 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary School Outwood Road , Heald Green SK8 3ND | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect Vale Primary School Prospect Vale , Off Brown Lane SK8 3RJ | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | 4out of 4 | 2,180 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor County Secondary School North Downs Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 2,305 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | 2out of 4 | 2,320 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway County Secondary School Foxland Road , Gatley SK8 4QX | - not rated | 2,320 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 | 2,305 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakgrove School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | - not rated | 523 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakgrove School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | 3out of 4 | 523 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Preparatory School Matlock Road , Heald Green SK8 3BU | - not rated | 541 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Hospital School 100 Wilmslow Road , SK8 3DG | - not rated | 880 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 1,186 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuppuccino Heald Green Ltd | Flat 1, Smithy Croft | 376 yd | |
| Cheadle Green Village Hall | Heald Green Public Hall, Outwood Road | 404 yd | |
| Houghies Cafe Bar | 134 Outwood Road, Heald Green | 530 yd | |
| Heald Green United Reform Church | Heald Green United Reformed Church, Wilmslow Road | 565 yd | |
| Sangam | 202 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heald Green Social Club & Institute Ltd | Heald Green Social Institute, 19 Finney Lane | 741 yd | |
| The Flying Horse | 1 Longstone Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Star | 20 Haddon Road, Heald Green | 355 yd | |
| Kismat Tandoori | 132 Outwood Road, Heald Green | 530 yd | |
| Subway | 222 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 613 yd | |
| Coopers | 178A Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 617 yd | |
| Good Burger | 225 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis (Heald Green) | 6-8 Haddon Road, Heald Green | 355 yd | |
| Long Lane Post Office | 190 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 565 yd | |
| Spar Convenience Store | 180-182 Wilmslow Road, Heald Green | 610 yd | |
| Tesco | 232 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 613 yd | |
| Village Saver | 212 Finney Lane, Heald Green | 613 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Outwood Road Recreation Ground WYTHENS ROAD | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Cheadle And Gatley Junior Football Club CROSS ROAD | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Outwood Primary School OUTWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 744 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 | 285.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.