Kings Avenue is in Gatley, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 4JN 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 Kings Avenue, Gatley, Cheadle, SK8 4JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 4JL, SK8 4JW, SK8 4JJ, SK8 4JH, M22 4EE, SK8 4JQ, SK8 4JP, SK8 4HH, M22 5GU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK8 4JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.4% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.6% | -0.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SK8 4JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.9% 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 | 20.2% | 21.7% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 65.9% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 21.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5% | 5.6% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 58.4% | 60.8% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 27.1% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 9.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 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 55.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.3% | 10.1% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 4.9% | -11.4% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 10.1% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.7% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.1% | 55.2% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 21.4% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.5% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 6.6% | 7.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 4.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.8% | 81.5% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 93.1% | 90% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 90.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.1% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.4% | 76.7% | 17.7% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 7% | 0.5% | 6.5% |
| Muslim | 9.6% | 6.5% | 3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kings Avenue 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Kings Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2025-03-27 | £493,858 |
| 6 Kings Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £361,480 | 2021-03-11 | £431,898 |
| 7 Kings Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2018-04-27 | £673,684 |
| 2 Kings Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2017-11-22 | £642,708 |
| 5 Kings Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2009-12-11 | £605,308 |
SK8 4JN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 4,755 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 5,104 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossacres Primary Academy Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | 4out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | 4out of 4 | 477 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peel Hall Primary School Ashurst Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AU | 3out of 4 | 897 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lum Head Primary School Troutbeck Road , Gatley SK8 4RR | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School Calve Croft Road , Peel Hall M22 5EU | 3out of 4 | 1,201 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Enterprise Academy Simonsway , M22 9RH | 3out of 4 | 2,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Paul's Catholic High School Firbank Road , Newall Green M23 2YS | 2out of 4 | 2,677 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 2,837 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 2,918 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,853 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 | 582 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 | 1,313 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Barn House School , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,988 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Hospital School 100 Wilmslow Road , SK8 3DG | - not rated | 2,104 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 2,197 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Pre-School | Scout Headquarters, Gatley Hill House | 422 yd | |
| Brewch Manchester | 53 - 55 Gatley Green, Gatley | 478 yd | |
| Zalos Cafe Gatley | 59 Church Road, Gatley | 592 yd | |
| Bethany Church | Bethany Community Church, 100 Church Road | 601 yd | |
| Gatley United Reformed Church Hall | Gatley United Reformed Church, Elm Road | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel, Gatley Green | 502 yd | |
| Gatley Golf Club Ltd | Gatley Golf Club, Motcombe Road | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgerism | 7 Stonepail Road, Gatley | 548 yd | |
| New Dragon City | 9 Stonepail Road, Gatley | 548 yd | |
| New China China | 14-16 Church Road, Gatley | 643 yd | |
| Roosters Gatley | 60 Church Road, Gatley | 643 yd | |
| Battered Cod | 4 Church Road, Gatley | 643 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Supermarket | 214 Hollyhedge Road | 974 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gatley Primary School HAWTHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 435 yd |
| William Scholes Playing Fields BEECH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Hollyhedge Park ALTRINCHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Lum Head Primary School TROUTBECK ROAD | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Peel Hall Primary School ASHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Gatley Golf Club Ltd WATERFALL FARM WATERFALL FARM STYAL ROAD | golf | 903 yd |
| The Kingsway School FOXLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,003 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 | 172.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.