Postcode Analysis High Peak, East Midlands

THORNSETT LANE, SK22 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNSETT LANE, SK22 1DL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

299

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SK22 1DL 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.

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9/10
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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SK22 1DL — age 49, 78% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

SK22 1DL is a sought-after residential area on Thornsett Lane, 0.7km from Hayfield, Little in High Peak. Administratively it sits within Sett ward and the High Peak constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% 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.

Census 2021 statistics for SK22 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00099951 (shared with 27 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 SK22 1DL. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

SK22 1DL has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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Hayfield Primary School

Good198 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Lantern Pike Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Mills3.7 km
  • New Mills Central3.9 km
  • New Mills Newtown4.4 km