SK22 is a postcode district in High Peak, East Midlands, covering 385 active and 100 retired postcodes.
The largest share of SK22 (21%) is characterised by a rural commuter area popular with professional households, alongside a professional urban neighbourhood — young and mid-career workers, good amenities (21%). A further 19% of the district is made up of a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability. This mix of 5 distinct neighbourhood types makes SK22 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in SK22 are around £283k, down 9.3% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across SK22 at 204 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 45 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full SK22 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
SK22 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the SK22 postcode area.
6,345
45
£ 46,950 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
SK22 is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £283k. Property prices are trending down 9.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
New Mills Nursery School
Hayfield Primary School
New Mills Primary School
Newtown Primary School (High Peak Federation)
Thornsett Primary School (High Peak Federation)
New Mills School
St George's CofE Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Beer Shed
- Chalkers Pool and Snooker Club Ltd
- Kinder Lodge
- Kirsty Yates
- Masons Arms
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- A Tavola Gastronomia Siciliana
- Bele Bakery Ltd
- Bohemian Bus Cafe
- Clockwork Café
- Colosseo Italian Bar and Restaurant
- + 19 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Epic Pizza @ Buxton Railway Station
- Wings
- China Red
- Happy Season
- High Hill Fish and Chips
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Bele Brownies & Co
- Budds bakery
- Gorilla Fitness
- J KEMP BUTCHERS
- John's Sweet Emporium
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Waltzing Weasel
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