Postcode Analysis Cheshire East, North West

SK9 1AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SK9 1AU.

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Population

226

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 61,300 /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: SK9 1AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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8/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SK9 1AU's low deprivation rank, 55% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate.

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

SK9 1AU is a well-regarded residential area located 0.4km from Wilmslow in Wilmslow. Administratively it sits within Wilmslow West and Chorley ward and the Tatton constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, business quarters in major regional cities. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 87 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 SK9 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00093872 (shared with 69 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 SK9 1AU. The average age is 54.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.2%
Asian / British Asian12.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

Crime around SK9 1AU is moderate at 87 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.

Shoplifting57
Violence and sexual offences53
Public order22
Drugs10
Anti-social behaviour9

school Local Schools

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Wilmslow High School

Good2139 pupils0.7 km
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Lacey Green Primary Academy

Outstanding432 pupils1.1 km
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St Anne's Fulshaw C of E Primary School

Good126 pupils1.2 km
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Gorsey Bank Primary School

Good412 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

39 nearby
  • Cafe Azul0.3 km
  • Casa Italia0.4 km
  • La Fabrica0.5 km
  • Suburban Green0.1 km
  • Taste for Life @ Wilmslow Leisure Centre0.2 km
  • + 34 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Waitrose0.1 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • Co-op0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • The Carters Arms0.8 km
  • Coach & Four0.7 km
  • Revolution Wilmslow0.3 km
  • The Conservative Club0.3 km
  • Wilmslow British Legion Club0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Cook0.5 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • Co-operative Lindow Garage0.9 km
  • Holland and Barrett0.2 km
  • Wilmslow Service Station (Shell)0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Hungry Panda0.4 km
  • Jamin0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Krust0.2 km
  • Mil's Burgers & Shakes0.1 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wilmslow0.4 km
  • Handforth2.3 km
  • Styal2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Church Street0.1 km
  • Mill Road0.1 km
  • Bank Square0.1 km
  • Bank Square0.1 km
  • Bank Square0.2 km