Keswick Avenue is in Gatley, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 4LF 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 Keswick Avenue, Gatley, Cheadle, SK8 4LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 4LE, SK8 4LG, SK8 4RN, SK8 4QH, SK8 4RP, SK8 4QG, SK8 4LQ, SK8 4RR, SK8 4RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK8 4LF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.3% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.7% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 4LF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.8% 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 | 25.8% | 22.8% | -3.0% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 64.8% | 7.1% | 44.2% | 20.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 6% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.7% | 49.3% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 29.2% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.7% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 16.2% | 18.9% | 2.7% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 6.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 11.7% | -1.4% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 42.4% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.3% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 53.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 5.9% | 8.2% | 2.3% | 3.1% | 5.1% |
| Pakistani | 10.8% | 18.5% | 7.7% | 2.7% | 15.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 72.9% | 53.5% | -19.4% | 81.4% | -27.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 7.1% | 6.8% | 0.6% | 6.5% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 72.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 72.4% | -13.5% | 83.2% | -10.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.5% | 20.6% | 12.1% | 5.6% | 15.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 72.6% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 21.8% | 21.8% | 9.8% | 12.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.4% | 1.8% | -10.6% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 3.8% | 0.1% | 3.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.4% | 37.2% | -19.8% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 4.4% | 0.5% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 31.6% | 6.5% | 25.1% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Keswick Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North 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 risen by about 12.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Keswick Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-02-27 | £346,292 |
| 26 Keswick Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-10-30 | £504,969 |
| 16 Keswick Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-06-24 | £303,368 |
| 32 Keswick Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-07-08 | £302,923 |
| 28 Keswick Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,300 | 2021-02-05 | £264,463 |
SK8 4LF 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 retired residents living in SK8 4LF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,582 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 4,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 5,410 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lum Head Primary School Troutbeck Road , Gatley SK8 4RR | 3out of 4 | 301 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | 4out of 4 | 718 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cheshire Jewish Primary School St Ann's Road North , SK8 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 854 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peel Hall Primary School Ashurst Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AU | 3out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Primary Academy Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | 4out of 4 | 1,010 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 | 534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | - not rated | 2,129 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Enterprise Academy Simonsway , M22 9RH | 3out of 4 | 2,778 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 |
| Saint Paul's Catholic High School Firbank Road , Newall Green M23 2YS | 2out of 4 | 3,310 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 | 2,155 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 | 1,098 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Barn House School , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Hospital School 100 Wilmslow Road , SK8 3DG | - not rated | 1,444 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,499 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House School Together Trust Campus , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | 3out of 4 | 1,499 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lounge 66 | 93 Silverdale Road, Gatley | 485 yd | |
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club Ltd | Cheadle Cricket Club, Kingsway | 760 yd | |
| Heatherdew Phoenix | Together Money,, Lake View | 764 yd | |
| Catering Academy @ Agilent Technologies Ltd | Agilent Technologies, 5500 Lakeside | 768 yd | |
| Gatley United Reformed Church Hall | Gatley United Reformed Church, Elm Road | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatley Golf Club Ltd | Gatley Golf Club, Motcombe Road | 534 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel, Gatley Green | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J & B Pizza | 7 Church Road, Gatley | 957 yd | |
| New China China | 14-16 Church Road, Gatley | 977 yd | |
| Roosters Gatley | 60 Church Road, Gatley | 977 yd | |
| Battered Cod | 4 Church Road, Gatley | 977 yd | |
| Alaska Fried Chicken | 18 Church Road, Gatley | 977 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lum Head Primary School TROUTBECK ROAD | grass pitches | 257 yd |
| The Kingsway School FOXLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 471 yd |
| William Scholes Playing Fields BEECH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Gatley Golf Club Ltd WATERFALL FARM WATERFALL FARM STYAL ROAD | golf | 541 yd |
| South Manchester Sports Club ST. ANNS ROAD NORTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Gatley Primary School HAWTHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club KINGSWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 831 yd |
| Rose Vale Park (Closed) Rose Vale | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
| Peel Hall Primary School ASHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 312.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.