SK17 0RQ is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Hollinsclough in Staffordshire Moorlands. Administratively it sits within Dane ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for SK17 0RQ are sourced from Output Area E00151832 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SK17 0RQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SK17 0RQ.
151
46
£ 36,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SK17 0RQ spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. 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 SK17 0RQ. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
school Local Schools
Hollinsclough Church of England Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hollinsclough Hut0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Chapel Tea rooms0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Buxton Station7.9 km
- Dove Holes12.2 km
- Chapel-En-Le-Frith13.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SK170RQ · Data under Open Government Licence