Sunbank Lane is in Ringway, Altrincham and in Manchester district. WA15 0PY is located in the Woodhouse Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wythenshawe and Sale East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sunbank Lane, Ringway, Altrincham, WA15 0PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA15 0PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 44.7% | 49.8% | 5.1% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 55.3% | 50.2% | -5.1% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WA15 0PY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.8% | 50% | 20.2% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 28% | -20.8% | 44.2% | -16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7.2% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 41.5% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 33% | 31.8% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.3% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 8% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 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 WA15 0PY this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.7% | 28.9% | 12.2% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 12.2% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25% | 15.9% | -9.1% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 11% | -3.3% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 23.2% | -5.4% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 78.6% | 87.2% | 8.6% | 81.4% | 5.8% |
| Arab | 4.9% | 0.3% | -4.6% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 86.1% 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 | 94.2% | 86.1% | -8.1% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 4.9% | 4.5% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 85.8% | -8.4% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunbank Lane was 27.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 2830.5% higher than the Woodhouse Park average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Sunbank Lane has the highest crime rate of 3 local areas in Woodhouse Park and the 3rd highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Manchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -99.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yew Tree Barn Sunbank Lane, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £910,000 | 2023-10-23 | £926,836 |
| Bollinbrook Sunbank Lane, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2006-03-31 | £1,822,273 |
WA15 0PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmridge Primary School Wilton Drive , Hale Barns WA15 0JF | 4out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Well Green Primary School Briony Avenue , Hale WA15 8QA | 4out of 4 | 2,529 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringway Primary School Rossett Avenue , Cornishway M22 0WW | 3out of 4 | 3,487 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Primary School Tayfield Road , Woodhouse Park M22 1BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,629 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Firbank Road , Newall Green M23 2YS | 3out of 4 | 3,640 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Ambrose College Hale Road , Hale Barns WA15 0HE | 4out of 4 | 2,053 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Altrincham College Green Lane , Timperley WA15 8QW | 3out of 4 | 3,648 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Enterprise Academy Simonsway , M22 9RH | 3out of 4 | 3,828 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Paul's Catholic High School Firbank Road , Newall Green M23 2YS | 2out of 4 | 3,874 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham Grammar School for Boys Marlborough Road , Bowdon WA14 2RS | 4out of 4 | 4,200 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ambrose Prep School Wicker Lane , Hale Barns WA15 0HF | - not rated | 1,871 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Piper Hill High School Firbank Road , Newall Green M23 2YS | 4out of 4 | 3,923 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hale Preparatory School Broomfield Lane , Hale WA15 9AS | - not rated | 3,980 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham Preparatory School Marlborough Road , Bowdon WA14 2RR | - not rated | 4,286 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Manchester Young Lives The Addy Young People's Centre , Woodhouse Lane M22 9TF | - not rated | 4,591 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Protein also T/as THG Catering | 7-9 Sunbank Lane | 373 yd | |
| My Protein - TRADING STANDARDS RECORD ONLY | ICON 1 Office, 9 Sunbank Lane | 489 yd | |
| Amazon | Airport City, 6 Sunbank Lane | 633 yd | |
| The Hut Group | Plot 4, 3 Sunbank Lane | 708 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 2a, Airport City, Sunbank Lane | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Romper | Wilmslow Old Road | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott Leisure Club (Manchester Airport) HALE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,023 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.