Cumber Lane is in Wilmslow and in Macclesfield district. SK9 6EA 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 Cumber Lane, Wilmslow, SK9 6EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK9 6GH, SK9 6DZ, SK9 6ES, SK9 6ED, SK9 6DA, SK9 6EE, SK9 6EB, SK9 6DB, SK9 6DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK9 6EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.2% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.8% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 27.1% | 28% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 50.5% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 13.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 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 (89.3%) 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 | 60.9% | 65.6% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 17.2% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 23.7% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -9.9% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 7.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 6EA this area, 9.2% 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 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 9.2% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 6.5% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 13.9% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 13.3% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.1% | 49.7% | -1.4% | 33.8% | 15.9% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.5% | 93% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 92.1% | 89.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 89.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 76.7% | 15.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cumber Lane was 27.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.5% lower than the Wilmslow East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cumber Lane has the 19th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Wilmslow East and the 420th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Cumber Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2025-03-14 | £479,374 |
| 50 Cumber Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-03-07 | £376,024 |
| 51 Cumber Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2023-11-10 | £505,000 |
| 53 Cumber Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £786,500 | 2022-06-28 | £908,329 |
| 32A Cumber Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2022-06-15 | £801,089 |
SK9 6EA 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 6EA 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindow Community Primary School Upcast Lane , SK9 6EH | 3out of 4 | 536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashdene Primary School Thoresway Road , SK9 6LJ | 4out of 4 | 831 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Fulshaw C of E Primary School Nursery Lane , SK9 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsey Bank Primary School Altrincham Road , SK9 5NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,663 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderley Edge Community Primary School Church Lane , SK9 7UZ | 4out of 4 | 1,996 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 | 2,211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderley Edge School for Girls Wilmslow Road , SK9 7QE | - not rated | 2,023 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Ryleys School Ryleys Lane , SK9 7UY | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilmslow Preparatory School Grove Avenue , SK9 5EG | - not rated | 2,212 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pownall Hall School Carrwood Road , SK9 5DW | - not rated | 2,282 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The David Lewis Centre Mill Lane , Warford SK9 7UD | - not rated | 4,057 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Lane Coffee co | 105 Brook Lane | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse & Jockey | Horse And Jockey Inn, 144 Gravel Lane | 372 yd | |
| The Oakwood | Oakwood, Brook Lane | 840 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lindow Lawn Tennis Club Cumber Lane | tennis courts | 198 yd |
| Croftside Tennis Club CROFTSIDE TENNIS CLUB CROFTSIDE TENNIS CLUB MEADOW WAY | tennis courts | 431 yd |
| Lindow Community Primary School Upcast Lane | grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Upcast Lane Football Pitch Upcast Lane | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Alderley Edge Golf Club THE CLUB HOUSE THE CLUB HOUSE BROOK LANE | golf | 724 yd |
| Ashdene Primary School THORESWAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 736 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 | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.