SK15 1AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wakefield Road, 0.3km from Cocker Hill in Stalybridge. Administratively it sits within Stalybridge North ward and the Stalybridge and Hyde constituency.
For families considering a move, SK15 1AJ represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £171k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SK15 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00030725 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WAKEFIELD ROAD, SK15 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WAKEFIELD ROAD, SK15 1AJ.
289
40
£ 32,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SK15 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 73% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SK15 1AJ. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 160,000
6 sales · Mean £ 145,833
Semi-Detached
£ 131,125
4 sales · Mean £ 145,812
school Local Schools
West Hill School
St Paul's CofE Primary School, Stalybridge
Gorse Hall Primary and Nursery School
Silver Springs Primary Academy
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Wild Bank Primary School
Arlies Primary School
Copley Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- G And N Carr (Bakers) Limited0.5 km
- Mickey's Go Local0.7 km
- OV Store0.2 km
- N & N Off Licence0.5 km
- Aran Mini Market1.0 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
31 nearby- Fox Tavern0.5 km
- Old Hunters Tavern0.5 km
- The British Protection0.9 km
- Bohemian Lounge Bar0.5 km
- Bridge Beers0.4 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Florence And Amelias0.4 km
- Industry0.4 km
- Phoenix City Restaurant0.4 km
- Vevas0.4 km
- Highfield Pavillion Cafe0.9 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores0.6 km
- Tesco0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Krunchy Fried Chicken0.3 km
- Staly Grill0.3 km
- Tokies0.6 km
- Village Chippy0.2 km
- Bunters Sandwich Bar0.5 km
- + 25 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stalybridge0.4 km
- Ashton-Under-Lyne2.5 km
- Hyde North3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Blandford Street0.0 km
- Church Street0.1 km
- Cocker Hill0.1 km
- Market Street0.2 km
- Market Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SK151AJ · Data under Open Government Licence