Postcode Analysis Tameside, North West

BUCKTON DRIVE, SK15 3JR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUCKTON DRIVE, SK15 3JR.

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

251

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 42,600 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SK15 3JR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SK15 3JR's 62% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

SK15 3JR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Buckton Drive, 0.3km from Little Bank in Stalybridge. Administratively it sits within Stalybridge North ward and the Stalybridge and Hyde constituency.

For families considering a move, SK15 3JR represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: With prices averaging £161k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SK15 3JR are sourced from Output Area E00030704 (shared with 6 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 SK15 3JR. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 165,000

4 sales · Mean £ 163,750

Terraced

£ 157,000

4 sales · Mean £ 149,000

school Local Schools

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Millbrook Primary School

Outstanding234 pupils0.1 km
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St Raphael's Catholic Primary School

Good217 pupils0.4 km
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Buckton Vale Primary School

Good0.9 km
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Copley Academy

Requires Improvement645 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Millbrook Mini Supermarket0.7 km
  • Premier Store0.7 km
  • Mama Tan0.8 km
  • Raja Brothers0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • East Meets West0.7 km
  • Millbrook Fish And Chip Bar0.7 km
  • Sweets By EMW0.7 km
  • Carrbrook Flavours0.5 km
  • China Garden0.5 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Active Tameside At Active Copley0.7 km
  • Cafe@Woodend Mill1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Hare And Hounds0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mossley (Grtr Manchester)1.9 km
  • Stalybridge2.9 km
  • Ashton-Under-Lyne4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • First Avenue0.1 km
  • Buckton Drive0.2 km
  • Second Avenue0.2 km
  • Millbrook Primary School0.2 km
  • East Road0.3 km