Cross Lane is in Wilmslow and in Macclesfield district. SK9 2DB is located in the Wilmslow Dean Row electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tatton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cross Lane, Wilmslow, SK9 2DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK9 2BR, SK9 2DA, SK9 2SX, SK9 2DE, SK9 2DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SK9 2DB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 55.6% | 52.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 44.4% | 47.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 SK9 2DB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.8% 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 | 19.7% | 20% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 60.8% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 16.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 3% | 8.8% | 5.8% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 16.9% | 7.5% | -9.4% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 (88.8%) 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 | 56.9% | 64% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 15.6% |
| Good health | 23.1% | 24.8% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -8.8% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 7.5% | -5.8% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 2.7% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 SK9 2DB this area, 7.9% 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 61.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.5% | 7.9% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 4.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 8.1% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 13.8% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.8% | 61.2% | 14.4% | 33.8% | 27.4% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 6.8% | 2.4% | 3.1% | 3.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 88.4% | 80.6% | -7.8% | 81.4% | -0.8% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 84.9% 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 | 90.7% | 84.9% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.2% | 8.5% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.3% | 84.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 12.4% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Hindu | 6% | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 6% | 6.5% | -0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Lane was 15.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.7% lower than the Handforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Lane has the 11th lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Handforth and the 209th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Orchard Cross Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £828,000 | 2019-04-05 | £1,151,635 |
| White House Cross Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2003-08-15 | £1,315,200 |
| 1 Glen Cottage Cross Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2003-07-02 | £952,639 |
| 1 Glen Cottage Cross Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2001-10-31 | £963,586 |
| Wydbury Cross Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2001-10-26 | £719,094 |
SK9 2DB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SK9 2DB 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 | 140 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wilmslow Academy Handforth Road , SK9 2LX | 3out of 4 | 550 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hall Road , Handforth SK9 3AE | 3out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lacey Green Primary Academy Barlow Road , SK9 4DP | 4out of 4 | 2,340 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handforth Grange Primary School Ullswater Road , Handforth SK9 3NG | 4out of 4 | 2,712 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Fulshaw C of E Primary School Nursery Lane , SK9 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 3,171 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmslow High School Holly Road , SK9 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,291 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School St James' Way , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,366 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle Hulme High School Woods Lane , Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JY | 4out of 4 | 4,064 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmslow Preparatory School Grove Avenue , SK9 5EG | - not rated | 2,326 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pownall Hall School Carrwood Road , SK9 5DW | - not rated | 3,149 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley School Whitehaven Road , Bramhall SK7 1EN | 4out of 4 | 3,300 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School, Manchester Stanley Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 6RQ | 4out of 4 | 3,510 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust) Stanley Road , SK8 6RQ | - not rated | 3,510 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Unicorn Inn | Unicorn Inn, 102 Adlington Road | 841 yd | |
| Wilmslow Tavern | Summerfield, Dean Row Road | 1,039 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.14 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.26 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.