Postcode Analysis High Peak, East Midlands

OLD SCHOOL YARD, SK23 0JE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD SCHOOL YARD, SK23 0JE.

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Population

394

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SK23 0JE spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SK23 0JE is a safe, established residential area on Old School Yard, 0.2km from Townend in Chapel-en-le-Frith. Administratively it sits within Chapel East ward and the High Peak constituency.

For families considering a move, SK23 0JE represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £149k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SK23 0JE are sourced from Output Area E00099769 (shared with 13 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 SK23 0JE. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 149,300

1 sales · Mean £ 149,300

Detached

£ 205,000

1 sales · Mean £ 205,000

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

SK23 0JE has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences58
Shoplifting12
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson7
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School

Good468 pupils0.3 km
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Chapel-en-le-Frith High School

Good950 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Old Pack Horse0.1 km
  • The Roebuck Inn0.5 km
  • The Kings Arms Hotel0.5 km
  • The Royal Bar & Grill0.5 km
  • New Inn1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Federal Mogul Staff Canteen0.7 km
  • Kouros Café0.3 km
  • Amore Cafe0.1 km
  • Into the Woods0.5 km
  • The Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Fosters Fine Foods & Flowers0.1 km
  • Grace Emily Cakes0.4 km
  • The Old Town Bakehouse0.8 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Raise The Bar Events0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • The Picnic Basket0.6 km
  • Chapel Balti0.4 km
  • August Moon0.4 km
  • Turkish Grill0.1 km
  • High Street Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapel-En-Le-Frith1.6 km
  • Chinley2.9 km
  • Dove Holes3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Old Pack Horse0.0 km
  • Town End0.1 km
  • Old Pack Horse0.1 km
  • Town End0.1 km
  • Morrisons Supermarket0.2 km