Altrincham Road is in Gatley, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 4EL is located in the Cheadle West & Gatley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Altrincham Road, Gatley, Cheadle, SK8 4EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 4DP, SK8 4DX, SK8 4EH, SK8 4DT, SK8 4DR, SK8 4DS, SK8 4DU, SK8 4EJ, SK8 4DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK8 4EL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 53.4% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 50% | 46.6% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 | 22.4% | 24% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 45.2% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 17.2% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 11.1% |
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% | 45.9% | 6.9% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 32% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 14.7% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 6% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 13.8% | -10.8% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 6.9% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 11.5% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.3% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 11.9% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.8% | 45.4% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 11.6% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.3% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 7.2% | 3.8% | -3.4% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 87.5% | 81.1% | -6.4% | 81.4% | -0.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 9.8% | 6.4% | 1.6% | 8.2% |
In this area, 87.5% 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 | 90.5% | 87.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.8% | 8.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 87.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.2% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.8% | 0.8% | -9.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 3% | 0.1% | 2.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Jewish | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Altrincham Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cheadle West & Gatley 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 higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Altrincham Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £463,000 | 2026-01-29 | £466,475 |
| 53 Altrincham Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-03-10 | £477,098 |
| 9 Altrincham Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £433,000 | 2024-07-05 | £464,577 |
| 45 Altrincham Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2024-04-08 | £522,695 |
| 29 Altrincham Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-10-02 | £463,872 |
SK8 4EL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SK8 4EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Nursery School Ashgate Avenue , Crossacres M22 7ZE | - not rated | 1,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresty Nursery School Ashurst Road , Peel Hall M22 5AU | - not rated | 2,156 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 4,087 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | - not rated | 4,655 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 5,134 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | - not rated | 466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | 4out of 4 | 466 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Primary School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Infant School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Primary Academy Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | 4out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | 2out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway County Secondary School Foxland Road , Gatley SK8 4QX | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Manchester High School Woodhouse Lane , M22 9TH | - not rated | 1,898 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | - not rated | 2,183 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 | 2,948 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashgate Specialist Support Primary School Crossacres Road , M22 5DR | 4out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5DR | - not rated | 1,311 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundwood School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | - not rated | 1,878 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Young Lives The Addy Young People's Centre , Woodhouse Lane M22 9TF | - not rated | 1,904 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | 3out of 4 | 1,912 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Church | Bethany Community Church, 100 Church Road | 224 yd | |
| Coffee Fix | 80 Church Road, Gatley | 286 yd | |
| Gatley Tandoori Restaurant | 3 Northenden Road, Gatley | 291 yd | |
| Gatley Tandoori Takeaway | 5 Northenden Road, Gatley | 291 yd | |
| Zalos Cafe Gatley | 59 Church Road, Gatley | 323 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel, Gatley Green | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgerism | 7 Stonepail Road, Gatley | 273 yd | |
| New Dragon City | 9 Stonepail Road, Gatley | 273 yd | |
| New China China | 14-16 Church Road, Gatley | 286 yd | |
| Roosters Gatley | 60 Church Road, Gatley | 286 yd | |
| Battered Cod | 4 Church Road, Gatley | 286 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gatley Primary School HAWTHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 464 yd |
| Gatley Carrs Recreation Ground (Closed) Brookside Road | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Hollyhedge Park ALTRINCHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| William Scholes Playing Fields BEECH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 718 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 | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.