Green Walk is in Bowdon, Altrincham and in Trafford district. WA14 2SL is located in the Bowdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Altrincham and Sale West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Green Walk, Bowdon, Altrincham, WA14 2SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA14 2SJ, WA14 2TB, WA14 2TJ, WA14 3JF, WA14 2SF, WA14 2SG, WA14 3NZ, WA14 2TN, WA14 2TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA14 2SL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 55.9% | 47.9% | -8.0% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 44.1% | 52.1% | 8.0% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 WA14 2SL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61% 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 | 18.1% | 21.5% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 61% | 4.4% | 44.2% | 16.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9.2% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 5.7% | -6.2% | 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 (90.1%) 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 | 62.2% | 61.7% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 13.3% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 28.4% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 5.2% | 9.8% | 4.6% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 WA14 2SL this area, 5.6% 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 60.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 6.4% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 10.3% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 13.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 58% | 60.5% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 26.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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 | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 91.3% | 90.2% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 89.6% | 89% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.2% | 89% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 8.7% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0.4% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.3% | 37.2% | -12.9% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 11.9% | 0.5% | 11.4% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Green Walk was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Altrincham 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 risen by about 4.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 Kirklee Green Walk, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £597,250 | 2025-07-10 | £612,610 |
| 7 Evenholme Flats Green Walk, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £2,100,000 | 2025-03-31 | £2,075,977 |
| Flat 3 Kirklee Green Walk, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2024-03-25 | £631,034 |
| 4 Evenholme Flats Green Walk, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2022-09-07 | £1,328,177 |
| Westhill Green Walk, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £2,850,000 | 2022-08-10 | £2,980,969 |
WA14 2SL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
WA14 2SL 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bollin Primary School Apsley Grove , Bowdon WA14 3AH | 1out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowdon CofE Primary School Grange Road , Bowdon WA14 3EX | 4out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldfield Brow Primary School Taylor Road , WA14 4LE | 3out of 4 | 1,697 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School Townfield Road , WA14 4DS | 2out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamford Park Primary School Cedar Road , Hale WA15 9JB | 3out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altrincham Grammar School for Girls Cavendish Road , Bowdon WA14 2NL | 4out of 4 | 611 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Altrincham Grammar School for Boys Marlborough Road , Bowdon WA14 2RS | 4out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Loreto Grammar School Dunham Road , WA14 4AH | 4out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| North Cestrian School Dunham Road , WA14 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College Urban Road , WA15 8HT | 4out of 4 | 2,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowdon Preparatory School for Girls Ashley Road , WA14 2LT | - not rated | 1,099 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Altrincham Preparatory School Marlborough Road , Bowdon WA14 2RR | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Loreto Preparatory School Dunham Road , WA14 4GZ | - not rated | 1,532 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Hale Preparatory School Broomfield Lane , Hale WA15 9AS | - not rated | 1,871 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford Alternative Education Provision Brentwood Avenue , WA14 1SR | 3out of 4 | 2,966 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borage Restaurant | 7 Vale View, Vicarage Lane | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowdon Lawn Tennis Club | Elcho Road | 204 yd | |
| The Stamford | Stamford Arms, 2 The Firs | 216 yd | |
| The Griffin | The Griffin, Stamford Road | 239 yd | |
| Bowdon Croquet Club | Bowdon Croquet Club, St. Marys Road | 409 yd | |
| Bowdon Cricket & Hockey Club | Bowdon Cricket Club, South Downs Road | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | St Lukes Building, Vicarage Lane | 874 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bowdon Bowling And Lawn Tennis Club WINTON ROAD | tennis courts | 407 yd |
| Altrincham Grammar School For Girls (Devisdale Stp) CAVENDISH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Bowdon Cricket Hockey & Squash Club SOUTH DOWNS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 1,002 yd |
| Bowdon Church School GRANGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,056 yd |
| Mercure Altrincham Bowdon Hotel LANGHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,067 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 | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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 | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.