Alexander Drive is in Timperley, Altrincham and in Trafford district. WA15 6NH is located in the Timperley Central 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 Alexander Drive, Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 6NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA15 6NF, WA15 6NW, WA15 6NP, WA15 6LR, WA15 6NQ, WA15 6PW, WA15 6PN, WA15 6NL, WA15 6NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA15 6NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.1% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 46% | 49.9% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 6NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.1% 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 | 26.1% | 21.3% | -4.8% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 66.1% | 8.1% | 44.2% | 21.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 9% | 5.9% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 59.4% | 64.1% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 15.7% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 23.2% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -10.4% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 6NH this area, 7.9% 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 45.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 7.9% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 8.3% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.9% | 11.8% | -11.1% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18.5% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.1% | 45.3% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 11.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 3.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 89.7% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 90.6% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 6.5% | 5.5% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 90.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.3% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alexander Drive 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Alexander Drive, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-07-12 | £422,732 |
| 38 Alexander Drive, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-06-18 | £560,423 |
| 48 Alexander Drive, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £722,000 | 2022-06-27 | £763,654 |
| 54 Alexander Drive, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-05-07 | £478,472 |
| 46 Alexander Drive, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £522,500 | 2021-01-19 | £624,728 |
WA15 6NH 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Primary School Victoria Road , Timperley WA15 6PP | 3out of 4 | 112 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Catholic Primary School Park Road , Timperley WA15 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 842 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cloverlea Primary School Green Lane North , Timperley WA15 7NQ | 4out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Orchard Road , WA15 8EY | 4out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heyes Lane Primary School Crofton Avenue , Timperley WA15 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,261 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 | 474 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College Urban Road , WA15 8HT | 4out of 4 | 1,346 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham College Green Lane , Timperley WA15 8QW | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cestrian School Dunham Road , WA14 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,143 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto Grammar School Dunham Road , WA14 4AH | 4out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pictor Academy Grove Lane , WA15 6PH | 4out of 4 | 314 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest School Moss Lane , Timperley WA15 6LJ | - not rated | 361 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford Alternative Education Provision Brentwood Avenue , WA14 1SR | 3out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto Preparatory School Dunham Road , WA14 4GZ | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Hale Preparatory School Broomfield Lane , Hale WA15 9AS | - not rated | 2,177 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarry Bank Inn | Quarry Bank Inn, 151 Bloomsbury Lane | 386 yd | |
| Harlequin | 214 Stockport Road | 556 yd | |
| Di Martino Caffe | 218 Stockport Road | 584 yd | |
| Newhaven Cafe | 10 Tulip Drive | 589 yd | |
| L'Amour Cakes | 222 Stockport Road | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heyes Grove Tennis Club | Tennis Club, Stoney Bridge Lane | 571 yd | |
| Moss Trooper | Moss Trooper, Moss Lane | 589 yd | |
| The Stonemasons Arms | Stonemasons Arms, 365 Stockport Road | 827 yd | |
| Bar in the Village | 393 Stockport Road | 827 yd | |
| Timperley Sports & Social Club | Club House, Stockport Road | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cabin | 150 Grove Lane | 386 yd | |
| Theo's Fine Kettle Of Fish | 4 Shaftesbury Avenue | 548 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 2 Shaftesbury Avenue | 550 yd | |
| Timperley Fish Bar | 216 Stockport Road | 556 yd | |
| Pinocchios | 220 Stockport Road | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | Late Shop, 244 Stockport Road | 664 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Paul House, 353-359 Stockport Road | 681 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, 258-260 Stockport Road | 795 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows Primary School VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 217 yd |
| Pickering Lodge PICKERING LODGE PICKERING LODGE MOSS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 521 yd |
| Heyes Grove Tennis Club LINDSGATE DRIVE | tennis courts | 527 yd |
| Wellington School WELLINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 548 yd |
| Timperley Recreation Ground GROVE LANE | athletics tracks | 579 yd |
| Timperley Recreation Ground Park Road | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Timperley Cricket Hockey And Lacrosse STOCKPORT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Cloverlea Primary School GREEN LANE NORTH | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Altrincham Driving Range (Closed) Stockport Road | golf | 917 yd |
| St Hughs Catholic Primary School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 924 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 | 187 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.