Roachill Close is in Altrincham and in Trafford district. WA14 4UZ is located in the Bowdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Altrincham and Sale West. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roachill Close, Altrincham, WA14 4UZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA14 4UY, WA14 4NB, WA14 4NA, WA14 4UX, WA14 4LY, WA14 4LX, WA14 4UR, WA14 4HX, WA14 4UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA14 4UZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 53.5% | 49.5% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 50.5% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 4UZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.6% 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 | 22.8% | 24.6% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 65.6% | 4.6% | 44.2% | 21.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 6.3% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 2% | -7.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 (93.1%) 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 | 54.6% | 62.6% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 14.2% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 30.5% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 5.3% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -7.4% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 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 4UZ this area, 5.9% 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 63.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.9% | 5.9% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 5.1% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 6.3% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 14.6% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.7% | 63.6% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 29.8% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 5% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.2% | 83.5% | -10.7% | 81.4% | 2.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 92.5% | 87.1% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 86.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.6% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0.6% | -7.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roachill Close 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 fallen by about -29.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Roachill Close, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2021-11-19 | £654,841 |
| 3 Roachill Close, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2010-11-05 | £800,000 |
| 5 Roachill Close, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2008-07-17 | £879,350 |
| 3 Roachill Close, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £239,950 | 2004-10-22 | £546,167 |
| 5 Roachill Close, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2002-07-31 | £821,543 |
WA14 4UZ 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldfield Brow Primary School Taylor Road , WA14 4LE | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School Townfield Road , WA14 4DS | 2out of 4 | 939 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Navigation Primary School Hawarden Road , WA14 1NG | 3out of 4 | 1,326 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadheath Primary School Sinderland Road , Broadheath WA14 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Orchard Road , WA15 8EY | 4out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loreto Grammar School Dunham Road , WA14 4AH | 4out of 4 | 816 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| North Cestrian School Dunham Road , WA14 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham Grammar School for Girls Cavendish Road , Bowdon WA14 2NL | 4out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College Urban Road , WA15 8HT | 4out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellington School Wellington Road , Timperley WA15 7RH | 3out of 4 | 2,215 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loreto Preparatory School Dunham Road , WA14 4GZ | - not rated | 919 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Bowdon Preparatory School for Girls Ashley Road , WA14 2LT | - not rated | 1,642 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Trafford Alternative Education Provision Brentwood Avenue , WA14 1SR | 3out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham Preparatory School Marlborough Road , Bowdon WA14 2RR | - not rated | 2,248 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Hale Preparatory School Broomfield Lane , Hale WA15 9AS | - not rated | 2,296 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Table Catering | Unit 4ea, Stag Industrial Estate, Atlantic Street | 471 yd | |
| loreto kitchen (Mellors ltd) | Loreto Convent Grammar School, Dunham Road | 720 yd | |
| G M Fire & Rescue Service | Greater Manchester County Fire, Princes Road | 853 yd | |
| KFC | 100 George Richards Way | 855 yd | |
| Ivy League | Kings Court, Railway Street | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budenbergs Bowling & Social Club | 14 Jubilee Way | 767 yd | |
| A S E Club | A S E Club And Institute Ltd, High Bank | 948 yd | |
| Altrincham Garrick Society Limited | Altrincham Garrick Society Ltd, Barrington Road | 1,008 yd | |
| Navigation Hotel Altrincham | Navigation Inn, 122 Manchester Road | 1,010 yd | |
| Altrincham Conservative Club | 24 Market Street | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Wah Delight | 120 Seamons Road | 476 yd | |
| Monty's | 130 Seamons Road | 493 yd | |
| Oldfield Tandoori | 122 Seamons Road | 493 yd | |
| Emma's Sweet Emporium | Cedar Technology Centre, Atlantic Street | 543 yd | |
| Panku Altrincham | 90 George Richards Way | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA Stores Ltd | 90 George Richards Way | 906 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Cestrian Grammar School Playing Fields Dunham Road | grass pitches | 143 yd |
| John Leigh Park THE MOUNT | tennis courts | 664 yd |
| Loreto Grammar School DUNHAM ROAD | 717 yd | |
| The Gym (Altrincham) ATLAS POINT ATLAS POINT ATLANTIC STREET | health and fitness suite | 769 yd |
| Jag Fitness Base One Gym (Closed) Woodfield House Woodfield House Woodfield Road | health and fitness suite | 787 yd |
| North Cestrian School DUNHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 794 yd |
| Oldfield Brow Primary School TAYLOR ROAD | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| A S E Club HIGH BANK | 993 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 | 25.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.