SK22 1DF is a safe, established residential area on Hayfield Road, 0.4km from Thornsett in High Peak. Administratively it sits within New Mills East ward and the High Peak constituency.
For families considering a move, SK22 1DF represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 99% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £183k, down 42.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SK22 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00099898 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAYFIELD ROAD, SK22 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAYFIELD ROAD, SK22 1DF.
152
47
£ 39,600 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SK22 1DF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SK22 1DF spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 42.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SK22 1DF. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 160,000
15 sales · Mean £ 178,316
Semi-Detached
£ 226,500
4 sales · Mean £ 227,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SK22 1DF has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Thornsett Primary School (High Peak Federation)
St George's CofE Primary School
New Mills School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Sett Valley Cafe0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Sycamore Inn0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- High Hill Fish and Chips0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Mills2.2 km
- New Mills Central2.3 km
- New Mills Newtown2.8 km
Bus Stops
- The Vine0.0 km
- The Vine0.1 km
- Hayfield Road0.3 km
- Hayfield Road0.4 km
- The Sycamore0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SK221DF · Data under Open Government Licence