Woodlands Avenue is in Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle and in Stockport district. SK8 5DD is located in the Cheadle Hulme South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheadle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodlands Avenue, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle, SK8 5DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK8 5EA, SK8 5DA, SK8 5DE, SK8 6JT, SK8 5DB, SK8 5AE, SK8 5BP, SK8 5AF, SK8 6JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SK8 5DD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 48.7% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 51.3% | 0.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SK8 5DD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 25.6% | 26.3% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 61.7% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 5.6% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 (92.3%) 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 | 57.9% | 63.3% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 14.9% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 29% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 6.9% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around SK8 5DD this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.4% | 7.5% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 6.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.6% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 16.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.2% | 48.3% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 14.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 92.1% | 89.5% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 95.3% | 92.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 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 | 95.3% | 92.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.6% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodlands 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.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Woodlands Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2025-08-15 | £431,638 |
| 2 Woodlands Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £589,950 | 2021-01-29 | £723,873 |
| 5 Woodlands Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-12-04 | £506,604 |
| 12 Woodlands Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2019-11-22 | £573,164 |
| 2A Woodlands Avenue, Cheadle, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £487,500 | 2019-09-13 | £659,596 |
SK8 5DD 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adswood Nursery School Arnfield Road , Adswood SK3 8PJ | - not rated | 2,337 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | - not rated | 3,565 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | - not rated | 4,119 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfair Nursery School Ashgate Avenue , Crossacres M22 7ZE | - not rated | 4,404 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 4,748 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Tree Primary School Queens Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HH | 3out of 4 | 662 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lane End Primary School Ramillies Avenue , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7AL | 3out of 4 | 907 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orrishmere Primary School Worcester Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5NW | - not rated | 944 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme Primary School Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5GB | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruntwood Primary School Conway Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6DB | - not rated | 1,050 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurus Cheadle Hulme Cheadle Road , SK8 5GB | 4out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor County Secondary School North Downs Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 1,090 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme County High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,090 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aquinas College Nangreave Road , SK2 6TH | - not rated | 4,107 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockport College Wellington Road South , SK1 3UQ | - not rated | 4,119 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenbank Preparatory School Heathbank Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6HU | - not rated | 698 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramillies Hall School Cheadle Hulme , SK8 7AJ | - not rated | 836 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pear Tree Specialist Support High School Worcester Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5NW | - not rated | 932 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme Junior School Claremont Road , SK8 6EF | - not rated | 981 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme School Claremont Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6EF | - not rated | 981 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trattoria D'Agostino | 16A Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 140 yd | |
| Fishing Village Ltd | 18 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 140 yd | |
| Garam Massala | 18 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 140 yd | |
| Whittakers Fish Bar | 8 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 140 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Ground Floor, Unit 1 | 220 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Tap Also T/a Chik Box , K-Town Chicken & Locked And Lo | The Kings Hall, 13 Station Road | 184 yd | |
| Archive Bar And Bottle | 2 Mellor Road, Cheadle Hulme | 251 yd | |
| The Chiverton Tap | 8 Mellor Road, Cheadle Hulme | 285 yd | |
| Cheadle Hulme Conservative Club | Conservative Club, 25 Mellor Road | 356 yd | |
| Players Dramatic Society | Anfield Road, Cheadle Hulme | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pita Luv | 6 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 140 yd | |
| Coco Deli | 8B Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 140 yd | |
| Pizza La Vita | 41 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 184 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 15 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 205 yd | |
| Hannah Indian Takeaway | 42 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 140 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket | 9-13 The Precinct, Cheadle Hulme | 242 yd | |
| Tesco | 34 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme | 449 yd | |
| The Co-Op | 67B Cheadle Road, Cheadle Hulme | 616 yd | |
| DA Shop | 15-19 Worcester Road, Cheadle Hulme | 974 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheadle Hulme Ladybridge Sports And Social Club VAUDREY DRIVE | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Buttersfield HULME HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| Hulme Hall Grammar School (Closed) Hulme Hall Road | 679 yd | |
| Green Bank Preparatory School HEATHBANK ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 693 yd |
| Ryecroft Park Sports Club PARK AVENUE | tennis courts | 741 yd |
| Bridgehall Playing Fields EUROPA WAY | grass pitches | 866 yd |
| Sandringham Road Playing Fields Sandringham Road | grass pitches | 880 yd |
| Lane End Primary School RAMILLIES AVENUE | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Orrishmere Primary School (Closed) Worcester Road | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| The Cheadle College CHEADLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,016 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 | 235.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.