Elm Road is in Gatley, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 4LY 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 Elm Road, Gatley, Cheadle, SK8 4LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 4LZ, SK8 4NG, SK8 4LR, SK8 4LX, SK8 4BB, SK8 4NQ, SK8 4LU, SK8 4NS, SK8 4NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK8 4LY, 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 | 50.3% | 53.4% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 49.7% | 46.6% | -3.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SK8 4LY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 27.8% | 31.9% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 57% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 3.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 54.6% | 55% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 32.6% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 9.4% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 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 54.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.2% | 10.4% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.1% | 5.4% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 11.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 13.3% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.3% | 54.1% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 20.3% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 6.6% | 8.6% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 5.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 79.6% | 80.5% | 0.9% | 81.4% | -0.9% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 90.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 90.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 5.6% | -0.7% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 90% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 0.6% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 4.4% | 0.5% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 10.4% | 6.5% | 3.9% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Elm Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2023-09-29 | £684,832 |
| 4 Elm Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2018-07-20 | £505,454 |
| 9 Elm Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-06-22 | £498,514 |
| 3A Elm Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2009-10-23 | £707,686 |
| 14 Elm Road, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £474,950 | 2007-03-30 | £889,160 |
SK8 4LY 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Nursery School Ashgate Avenue , Crossacres M22 7ZE | - not rated | 1,435 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresty Nursery School Ashurst Road , Peel Hall M22 5AU | - not rated | 2,250 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 4,033 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | - not rated | 4,426 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 4,780 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 | 246 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatley Primary School Hawthorn Road , Gatley SK8 4NB | 4out of 4 | 246 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lum Head Primary School Troutbeck Road , Gatley SK8 4RR | 3out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Primary School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossacres Infant School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5AD | - not rated | 1,141 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 | 788 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway County Secondary School Foxland Road , Gatley SK8 4QX | - not rated | 788 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway School Foxland Road , SK8 4QX | - not rated | 788 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Manchester High School Woodhouse Lane , M22 9TH | - not rated | 2,060 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | - not rated | 2,222 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 | 2,521 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 | 1,305 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside School Crossacres Road , Wythenshawe M22 5DR | - not rated | 1,305 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Barn House School , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcroft School The Together Trust Centre , Schools Hill SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,899 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethesda School Schools Hill , SK8 1JE | - not rated | 1,899 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatley United Reformed Church Hall | Gatley United Reformed Church, Elm Road | 49 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Gatley | 17 Church Road, Gatley | 98 yd | |
| No 1 Bar | 1A Church Road, Gatley | 111 yd | |
| Sadagar Restaurant | 45 Church Road, Gatley | 111 yd | |
| Piccolo | 61A Church Road, Gatley | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel, Gatley Green | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J & B Pizza | 7 Church Road, Gatley | 111 yd | |
| Sopranos Pizza & Grill | 10 - 12 Church Road, Gatley | 145 yd | |
| The Original Taste | 183 Gatley Road, Gatley | 148 yd | |
| Gatley Tikka Masala | 195 Gatley Road, Gatley | 148 yd | |
| Mings Oriental | 189 Gatley Road, Gatley | 148 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gatley Primary School HAWTHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 245 yd |
| William Scholes Playing Fields BEECH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 346 yd |
| Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club KINGSWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 732 yd |
| The Kingsway School FOXLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 786 yd |
| Gatley Carrs Recreation Ground (Closed) Brookside Road | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Hollyhedge Park ALTRINCHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 889 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 | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.