South Oak Lane is in Wilmslow and in Macclesfield district. SK9 6AT is located in the Wilmslow West and Chorley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tatton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, SK9 6AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK9 6AS, SK9 6AU, SK9 6LD, SK9 6AX, SK9 6LL, SK9 6LW, SK9 6AR, SK9 6LR, SK9 6NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK9 6AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 37.6% | 39% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 39.5% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 14.8% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 55.4% | 52.1% | -3.3% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 36.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 9.7% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 6AT this area, 7.6% 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 50.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.3% | 7.6% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 4.3% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 13.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 18% | 2.4% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.8% | 50.7% | 1.9% | 33.8% | 16.9% |
| Other | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 98.3% | 93.2% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.9% 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 | 91.3% | 89.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 89.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 6.8% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 0.8% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Oak Lane was 52.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.7% lower than the Wilmslow East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
South Oak Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Wilmslow East and the 503rd highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2025-02-27 | £504,789 |
| 53 South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2025-02-07 | £389,320 |
| 46 South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £483,000 | 2024-06-26 | £535,074 |
| 48 South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-01-15 | £485,974 |
| 66 South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-09-21 | £540,999 |
SK9 6AT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 6AT 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashdene Primary School Thoresway Road , SK9 6LJ | 4out of 4 | 311 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Fulshaw C of E Primary School Nursery Lane , SK9 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsey Bank Primary School Altrincham Road , SK9 5NQ | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindow Community Primary School Upcast Lane , SK9 6EH | 3out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderley Edge Community Primary School Church Lane , SK9 7UZ | 4out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Community 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 | 1,255 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,245 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pownall Hall School Carrwood Road , SK9 5DW | - not rated | 1,638 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderley Edge School for Girls Wilmslow Road , SK9 7QE | - not rated | 1,935 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Ryleys School Ryleys Lane , SK9 7UY | - not rated | 2,203 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The David Lewis Centre Mill Lane , Warford SK9 7UD | - not rated | 4,911 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phanthong Thai | Kings Arms, Alderley Road | 588 yd | |
| Baxter Storey Ltd | Chapelwood House | 623 yd | |
| The Great Little Red Bus Tea Room | 43 Racecourse Road | 649 yd | |
| The Old Garages | 75 Hawthorn Street | 724 yd | |
| La Fabrica | 56 Alderley Road | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Carters Arms | Carters Arms, 22-24 Chapel Lane | 587 yd | |
| Kings Arms | Kings Arms, Alderley Road | 588 yd | |
| Coach & Four | 69-71 Alderley Road | 843 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey | Horse And Jockey Inn, 144 Gravel Lane | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee's Takeaway | 63 Chapel Lane | 267 yd | |
| Chutney Masala Takeaway | 65 Chapel Lane | 267 yd | |
| Tastebuds of Wilmslow | 110 Chapel Lane | 267 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 88 Chapel Lane | 316 yd | |
| Red Lantern | 16 Hawthorn Street | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | 67 Alderley Rd | 1,007 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashdene Primary School THORESWAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 316 yd |
| Croftside Tennis Club CROFTSIDE TENNIS CLUB CROFTSIDE TENNIS CLUB MEADOW WAY | tennis courts | 722 yd |
| Lindow Lawn Tennis Club Cumber Lane | tennis courts | 897 yd |
| Carnival Field ALTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,042 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 | 40.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.