Sylvan Avenue is in Timperley, Altrincham and in Trafford district. WA15 6AB is located in the Timperley North 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 Sylvan Avenue, Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 6AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA15 6AD, WA15 6BD, WA15 6BE, WA15 6BJ, WA14 5AQ, WA14 5AH, WA15 6BH, WA15 6BQ, WA15 6BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA15 6AB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 50.5% | 47.8% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 49.5% | 52.2% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WA15 6AB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.6% 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 | 24.8% | 21.2% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 63.6% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 19.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 51.4% | 50.9% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 35.4% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 8.9% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 4.1% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 6AB this area, 6.4% 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 47.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 6.4% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 6.9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 12.4% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 7.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 39% | 47.6% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 13.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 97.2% | 86.6% | -10.6% | 81.4% | 5.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 97.2% | 89.8% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 4.8% | 4.2% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 96.2% | 90.4% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.4% | 37.2% | -9.8% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.8% | 6.5% | -1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sylvan Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Brooklands 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 11.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Sylvan Avenue, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2025-08-14 | £516,975 |
| 74 Sylvan Avenue, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £506,000 | 2025-03-28 | £501,213 |
| 90 Sylvan Avenue, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £433,500 | 2023-10-09 | £454,329 |
| 2 Sylvan Avenue, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £483,000 | 2022-05-12 | £521,879 |
| 68 Sylvan Avenue, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2021-01-29 | £424,749 |
WA15 6AB 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Road Academy Primary School Frieston Road , Timperley WA14 5AP | 4out of 4 | 223 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Catholic Primary School Park Road , Timperley WA15 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 448 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyntesfield Primary School Alma Road , M33 4HE | 4out of 4 | 820 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heyes Lane Primary School Crofton Avenue , Timperley WA15 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodheys Primary School Meadway , M33 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington School Wellington Road , Timperley WA15 7RH | 3out of 4 | 1,432 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton-on-Mersey School Cecil Avenue , M33 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sale Grammar School Marsland Road , M33 3NH | 4out of 4 | 2,184 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College Urban Road , WA15 8HT | 4out of 4 | 2,245 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cestrian School Dunham Road , WA14 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,536 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafford Alternative Education Provision Brentwood Avenue , WA14 1SR | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest School Moss Lane , Timperley WA15 6LJ | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pictor Academy Grove Lane , WA15 6PH | 4out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood School Cherry Lane , M33 4GY | 4out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood Community College Cherry Lane , M33 4GY | - not rated | 1,787 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly's Kafe | 110b Park Road | 280 yd | |
| GREAT INDIAN KITCHEN | 40 Riddings Road | 338 yd | |
| Just The Ticket | 43b Park Road | 406 yd | |
| Antz in your Pantz LTD | 7-8 Crown Industrial Estate, Canal Road | 675 yd | |
| The Bridge Coffee Shop | 126 Moss Lane | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timperley Taverners | Liberal Club, 43A Park Road | 406 yd | |
| AVRY Clubhouse | 15 Attenburys Park Estate, Attenburys Lane | 709 yd | |
| Moss Trooper | Moss Trooper, Moss Lane | 809 yd | |
| Gardeners Arms | Gardeners Arms, 41 Deansgate Lane | 893 yd | |
| Heyes Grove Tennis Club | Tennis Club, Stoney Bridge Lane | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riddings Tandoori | 30 Riddings Road | 338 yd | |
| Wing Sing | 32 Riddings Road | 338 yd | |
| Sam Daily Deli | 68 Park Road | 424 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 84 Park Road | 424 yd | |
| Deluxe Fried Chicken | 70 Park Road | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 384 Washway Road | 789 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Hughs Catholic Primary School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| Smith Fields Sylvan Ave | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Heyes Lane Junior School CROFTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Pickering Lodge PICKERING LODGE PICKERING LODGE MOSS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 897 yd |
| Claremont Tennis Club Claremont Drive | tennis courts | 972 yd |
| Brentwood School (Closed) Brentwood School Brentwood School Brentwood Avenue | 1,028 yd | |
| Trafford College (Altrincham) Manchester Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,046 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.