Postcode Analysis Tameside, North West

MEADOW LANE, SK16 4AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADOW LANE, SK16 4AN.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 35,200 /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: SK16 4AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SK16 4AN — age 41, 73% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 24.7% year-on-year.

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

SK16 4AN is a safe, established residential area on Meadow Lane, 0.5km from Tame Valley in Dukinfield. Administratively it sits within Dukinfield Stalybridge ward and the Stalybridge and Hyde constituency.

For families considering a move, SK16 4AN represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 73% 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. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 24.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SK16 4AN are sourced from Output Area E00030456 (shared with 7 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 SK16 4AN. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 107,500

9 sales · Mean £ 115,611

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SK16 4AN has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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St John's CofE Primary School, Dukinfield

Good341 pupils0.4 km
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All Saints Catholic College

Good755 pupils0.4 km
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Yew Tree Primary School

Good438 pupils0.7 km
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Cromwell High School

Outstanding120 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils0.8 km
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Rayner Stephens High School

Inadequate591 pupils0.8 km
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Oakdale School

Good134 pupils0.9 km
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Ravensfield Primary School

Good442 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Candys Cupcakes Ltd1.0 km
  • Miahs Mini Market0.5 km
  • Dreams Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Paulas Pies0.9 km
  • Premier Dukinfield0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Astley Arms0.7 km
  • Tame Valley Hotel0.7 km
  • The Albion Hotel0.3 km
  • Astley Arms0.6 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn0.1 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Herb & Spice Catering Ltd0.3 km
  • Whitelands Road Cafe0.9 km
  • Active Community Cafe At The Together Centre0.8 km
  • Cromwell Tea Room0.7 km
  • ITRAIN Gym0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons Supermarket0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Concord Chippy0.4 km
  • Chutney Massala1.0 km
  • Astley Sports Village0.8 km
  • Chat Massalla0.9 km
  • Good Luck1.0 km
  • + 10 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hyde North1.3 km
  • Stalybridge1.4 km
  • Flowery Field1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Boyds Walk0.1 km
  • Birch Lane (opp EH0314 to def rte)0.1 km
  • Foundry Street0.1 km
  • Lodge Lane0.1 km
  • Foundry Street0.1 km