Postcode Analysis Cheshire East, North West

SCHOOL CLOSE, SK12 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL CLOSE, SK12 1AY.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SK12 1AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SK12 1AY's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £150k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £150k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SK12 1AY is a sought-after residential area on School Close, 0.4km from Clumber in Poynton. Administratively it sits within Poynton East and Pott Shrigley ward and the Macclesfield constituency.

For serious buyers, SK12 1AY is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SK12 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00094162 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SK12 1AY. The average age is 53.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 150,000

4 sales · Mean £ 142,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SK12 1AY has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting36
Violence and sexual offences29
Public order12
Anti-social behaviour9
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Vernon Primary School

Outstanding372 pupils0.4 km
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Poynton High School

Good1412 pupils0.5 km
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Worth Primary School

Outstanding213 pupils0.6 km
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St Paul's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Outstanding113 pupils0.7 km
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Lower Park School

Outstanding285 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • Pilkingtons Bakery and Deli0.4 km
  • London Road Wines0.6 km
  • Bramhall Bakery0.8 km
  • Poynton Bargain Store0.5 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • The Snap Tin Bar0.3 km
  • Cafe Azul0.4 km
  • Panache One London Road0.6 km
  • Tom Yam Ltd0.6 km
  • Appayon0.6 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Waitrose0.3 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Morrisons Supermarket0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Ritoz0.6 km
  • Panda Panda0.4 km
  • The Strawberry Pig0.4 km
  • Lucky Star Express0.6 km
  • Park Lane Pizza0.4 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Cask Tavern0.4 km
  • The Farmers Arms0.4 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.5 km
  • The Kingfisher Wetherspoon0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Poynton1.4 km
  • Middlewood2.3 km
  • Hazel Grove3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • School Lane0.1 km
  • School Lane0.1 km
  • Clumber Road0.1 km
  • Clumber Road0.1 km
  • Waitrose0.2 km