Oakwood Avenue is in Gatley, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 4LR 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 Oakwood Avenue, Gatley, Cheadle, SK8 4LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 4BB, SK8 4NS, SK8 4LY, SK8 4AB, SK8 4BD, SK8 4NG, SK8 4AE, SK8 4LZ, SK8 4LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK8 4LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 51.8% | 53.3% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 48.2% | 46.7% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 21.4% | 33.6% | 12.2% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 48.6% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 10% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 5.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 50.8% | 53.3% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 30.8% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 9.7% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 51.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14% | 10.4% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 12.4% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 13.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.7% | 51.4% | 3.7% | 33.8% | 17.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.2% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 3.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 91.3% | 82.2% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 87.8% 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 | 93.9% | 87.8% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 7.5% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 87.3% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.4% | 8.4% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.3% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 6.9% | 6.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakwood 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Oakwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2025-08-12 | £556,739 |
| 28 Oakwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2024-06-28 | £639,030 |
| 32 Oakwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £503,000 | 2024-04-02 | £553,506 |
| 9 Oakwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2023-08-31 | £784,322 |
| 32A Oakwood Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-08-31 | £341,688 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,544 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresty Nursery School Ashurst Road , Peel Hall M22 5AU | - not rated | 2,358 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | - not rated | 4,323 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 4,700 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 | 355 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | 4out of 4 | 355 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lum Head Primary School Troutbeck Road , Gatley SK8 4RR | 3out of 4 | 1,173 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Primary School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Infant School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Community school | 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 | 781 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway County Secondary School Foxland Road , Gatley SK8 4QX | - not rated | 781 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | - not rated | 781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | - not rated | 2,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 2,122 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 | 2,479 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 | 1,413 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5DR | - not rated | 1,413 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Barn House School , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,678 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,867 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethesda School Schools Hill , SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,867 yd | Non-maintained 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse And Farrier | 144 Gatley Road, Gatley | 114 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Gatley | 17 Church Road, Gatley | 144 yd | |
| Bibita Cafe Bar Limited | 1 Tatton Buildings, Gatley Road | 156 yd | |
| Gatley United Reformed Church Hall | Gatley United Reformed Church, Elm Road | 157 yd | |
| No 1 Bar | 1A Church Road, Gatley | 179 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel, Gatley Green | 327 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Original Taste | 183 Gatley Road, Gatley | 77 yd | |
| Gatley Tikka Masala | 195 Gatley Road, Gatley | 77 yd | |
| Mings Oriental | 189 Gatley Road, Gatley | 77 yd | |
| NAAN GRILL | 1A Church Road, Gatley | 126 yd | |
| Sopranos Pizza & Grill | 10 - 12 Church Road, Gatley | 147 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gatley Primary School HAWTHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| William Scholes Playing Fields BEECH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 419 yd |
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club KINGSWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 671 yd |
| The Kingsway School FOXLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 778 yd |
| Gatley Carrs Recreation Ground (Closed) Brookside Road | grass pitches | 814 yd |
| Hollyhedge Park ALTRINCHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 961 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 166.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.