Postcode Analysis Tameside, North West

BIRCH LANE, SK16 4AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCH LANE, SK16 4AT.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 35,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SK16 4AT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SK16 4AT spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. £360k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SK16 4AT is a safe, established residential area on Birch Lane, 0.7km from Newton Wood in Dukinfield. Administratively it sits within Dukinfield Stalybridge ward and the Stalybridge and Hyde constituency.

For families considering a move, SK16 4AT represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £360k.

Census 2021 statistics for SK16 4AT are sourced from Output Area E00030456 (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 SK16 4AT. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 360,000

1 sales · Mean £ 360,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SK16 4AT has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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All Saints Catholic College

Good755 pupils0.2 km
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St John's CofE Primary School, Dukinfield

Good341 pupils0.4 km
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Yew Tree Primary School

Good438 pupils0.6 km
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Cromwell High School

Outstanding120 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils0.6 km
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Rayner Stephens High School

Inadequate591 pupils0.7 km
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Oakdale School

Good134 pupils0.7 km
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Ravensfield Primary School

Good442 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Miahs Mini Market0.4 km
  • Stalybridge Recreation & Bowling Club1.0 km
  • Dreams Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Paulas Pies0.9 km
  • First Stop Convenience Store0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Astley Arms0.8 km
  • Tame Valley Hotel0.9 km
  • The Albion Hotel0.4 km
  • Astley Arms0.7 km
  • Dukinfield Rugby Union Football Club1.0 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Herb & Spice Catering Ltd0.5 km
  • Active Community Cafe At The Together Centre0.5 km
  • Cromwell Tea Room0.6 km
  • ITRAIN Gym0.2 km
  • Mahal Indian Restaurant0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons Supermarket0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Concord Chippy0.5 km
  • Chutney Massala1.0 km
  • Curry Cottage0.5 km
  • Delicious Dukin Food0.5 km
  • Fish And Chips & Chinese Meals0.9 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hyde North1.1 km
  • Flowery Field1.3 km
  • Stalybridge1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Boyds Walk0.1 km
  • All Saints College0.1 km
  • Birch Lane0.1 km
  • All Saints College0.1 km
  • Lismore Road0.1 km