Glebelands Road is in Knutsford and in Macclesfield district. WA16 9DZ is located in the Knutsford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tatton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glebelands Road, Knutsford, WA16 9DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA16 9EA, WA16 9EJ, WA16 9DG, WA16 9EB, WA16 0DL, WA16 9DY, WA16 0DN, WA16 9DQ, WA16 9DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA16 9DZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.7% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.3% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 WA16 9DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.6% 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 | 13.4% | 19.9% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.6% | 71.6% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 27.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 4.8% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 (89.7%) 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 | 61% | 56.7% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 33% | 6.8% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 8.4% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 56.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 10.3% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 4.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.6% | 11.6% | 3.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 13.4% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.1% | 56.5% | -0.6% | 33.8% | 22.7% |
| Other | 6.7% | 1% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.2% | 96.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 94.3% | 94.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 94.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.3% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.2% | 76.7% | 18.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 65.8% | 46.2% | 19.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glebelands Road was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.9% lower than the Knutsford average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Glebelands Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Knutsford and the 139th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Glebelands Road, Knutsford, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-04-29 | £736,842 |
| 74 Glebelands Road, Knutsford, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2022-11-18 | £736,424 |
| 70 Glebelands Road, Knutsford, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2021-12-17 | £750,670 |
| 27 Glebelands Road, Knutsford, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2021-05-21 | £951,302 |
| 26 Glebelands Road, Knutsford, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2021-02-22 | £590,893 |
WA16 9DZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WA16 9DZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA16 9DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egerton Primary School Bexton Road , WA16 0EE | 3out of 4 | 485 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexton Primary School Blackhill Lane , WA16 9DB | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Manor Park South , WA16 8AL | 3out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Park Primary School and Nursery Manor Park North , WA16 8DB | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lower Peover CofE Primary School The Cobbles , Lower Peover WA16 9PZ | 4out of 4 | 4,420 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knutsford Academy Bexton Road , WA16 0EA | 3out of 4 | 439 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Studio School Bexton Road , WA16 0EA | 3out of 4 | 439 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yorston Lodge School 18 St John's Road , WA16 0DP | - not rated | 294 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adelaide Heath Academy Longridge , WA16 8PA | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Play Knutsford | Unit C1, Stanley Estate, Stanley Road | 147 yd | |
| The Botanist | 41a King Street | 550 yd | |
| The Lost and Found | Old Town Hall, Princess Street | 564 yd | |
| Koi Fusion | 3 Princess Street | 564 yd | |
| Evuna | 46 King Street | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Keys Hotel | 52 King Street | 621 yd | |
| The Legh Arms | Brook Street | 627 yd | |
| The Old Sessions House Knutsford | The Old Sessions House, 43 Princess Street | 682 yd | |
| The Builders Arms | Mobberley Road | 718 yd | |
| Morgan Edwards | 88 King Street | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafis Spicebox Ltd | Booths Supermarket, Stanley Road | 388 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 5 Toft Road | 410 yd | |
| Canton | 7 Toft Road | 410 yd | |
| Chicinos Peri Grill | 13 Princess Street | 564 yd | |
| Babylon | 1 Minshull Street | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths Supermarket | 2b Stanley Road | 461 yd | |
| Co-operative | 7 Princess Street | 564 yd | |
| Boots The Chemist Ltd | 64 King Street | 656 yd | |
| Waitrose | 30 Princess Street | 694 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Knutsford Academy (Bexton Road) Bexton Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Knutsford Leisure Centre WESTFIELD DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 588 yd |
| Knutsford Academy (Westfield Drive) 31A 31A BEXTON ROAD | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Knutsford) TATTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 782 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 | 98.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.2% |
| 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 | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.