Northvale Road is in Timperley, Altrincham and in Trafford district. WA15 7RP 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 Northvale Road, Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 7RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA15 7RR, WA15 7RU, WA15 7RT, WA15 7RS, WA15 7RN, WA15 7RW, WA15 7RL, WA15 7RE, WA15 7RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA15 7RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.4% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.6% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 7RP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 25% | 23.2% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 62.9% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -5.2% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 (89%) 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 | 57.3% | 59.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 11.4% |
| Good health | 28% | 29.2% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 7.4% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 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.
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 51.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 11.2% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 5.8% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 10.8% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42% | 51.2% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 17.4% |
| Other | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 4% | 1.1% | -2.9% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 91.9% | 91.8% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 95.4% | 91.8% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 92.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 4% | 0.6% | 3.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northvale Road 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 stayed broadly stable by about -1.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Northvale Road, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2023-12-04 | £542,460 |
| 25 Northvale Road, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2023-01-06 | £565,380 |
| 41 Northvale Road, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £507,250 | 2022-06-30 | £524,706 |
| 35 Northvale Road, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £651,000 | 2022-03-10 | £732,900 |
| 3 Northvale Road, Altrincham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-02-04 | £590,858 |
WA15 7RP 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Orchard Road , WA15 8EY | 4out of 4 | 565 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Navigation Primary School Hawarden Road , WA14 1NG | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows Primary School Victoria Road , Timperley WA15 6PP | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Catholic Primary School Park Road , Timperley WA15 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School Townfield Road , WA14 4DS | 2out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 325 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College Urban Road , WA15 8HT | 4out of 4 | 839 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cestrian School Dunham Road , WA14 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto Grammar School Dunham Road , WA14 4AH | 4out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Altrincham College Green Lane , Timperley WA15 8QW | 3out of 4 | 1,675 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest School Moss Lane , Timperley WA15 6LJ | - not rated | 463 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford Alternative Education Provision Brentwood Avenue , WA14 1SR | 3out of 4 | 585 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pictor Academy Grove Lane , WA15 6PH | 4out of 4 | 1,067 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto Preparatory School Dunham Road , WA14 4GZ | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Hale Preparatory School Broomfield Lane , Hale WA15 9AS | - not rated | 1,755 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Hall | Old Hall Hotel, Stockport Road | 454 yd | |
| Newhaven Cafe | 10 Tulip Drive | 459 yd | |
| Waiting Room Cafe | 30 Grosvenor Road | 544 yd | |
| It's a Wrap | 8a Stockport Road | 698 yd | |
| The Bridge Coffee Shop | 126 Moss Lane | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timperley Sports & Social Club | Club House, Stockport Road | 454 yd | |
| London Midland Railway Club Assn (LMRCA) | Altrincham Branch, 127 Navigation Road | 538 yd | |
| Moss Trooper | Moss Trooper, Moss Lane | 641 yd | |
| Gardeners Arms | Gardeners Arms, 41 Deansgate Lane | 666 yd | |
| Icon Bar and Terrace | Old Mill Hotel, 2 Barrington Road | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Kitchen | 12 Deansgate Lane | 453 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 2 Shaftesbury Avenue | 767 yd | |
| The Grill | 132 Moss Lane | 777 yd | |
| Theo's Fine Kettle Of Fish | 4 Shaftesbury Avenue | 778 yd | |
| Po Hoi H K Street Food and fish and chips | 10 Navigation Road | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington School WELLINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 220 yd |
| Altrincham Driving Range (Closed) Stockport Road | golf | 400 yd |
| Altrincham Golf Course STOCKPORT ROAD | golf | 509 yd |
| Pickering Lodge PICKERING LODGE PICKERING LODGE MOSS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 573 yd |
| Willows Primary School VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Timperley Cricket Hockey And Lacrosse STOCKPORT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 635 yd |
| Brentwood School (Closed) Brentwood School Brentwood School Brentwood Avenue | 666 yd | |
| Navigation Road Recreation Ground Navigation Road | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College URBAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 831 yd |
| Altrincham Leisure Centre OAKFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 903 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.