Postcode Analysis High Peak, East Midlands

DALE ROAD, SK17 6PD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DALE ROAD, SK17 6PD.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 36,000 /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: SK17 6PD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SK17 6PD spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SK17 6PD is a safe, established residential area on Dale Road, 0.3km from Higher Buxton in Buxton (High Peak). Administratively it sits within Buxton Central ward and the High Peak constituency.

For families considering a move, SK17 6PD represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £284k.

Census 2021 statistics for SK17 6PD are sourced from Output Area E00099751 (shared with 9 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 SK17 6PD. 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 / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 360,000

3 sales · Mean £ 341,666

Terraced

£ 275,000

7 sales · Mean £ 263,000

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

SK17 6PD has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences93
Shoplifting46
Public order27
Criminal damage and arson17
Anti-social behaviour16

school Local Schools

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Buxton Infant School

Outstanding176 pupils0.5 km
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Buxton Junior School

Good225 pupils0.6 km
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Fairfield Infant and Nursery School

Good210 pupils0.7 km
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Fairfield Endowed CofE (C) Junior School

Good192 pupils1.0 km
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St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy

Requires Improvement444 pupils1.0 km
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St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good204 pupils1.1 km
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Buxton Community School

Good1038 pupils1.1 km
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Harpur Hill Primary School

Good277 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.6 km
  • Axe Edge Bars @ Pavilion Gardens0.9 km
  • bb's0.6 km
  • DAY ZERO0.6 km
  • Geoff Mycock and Son0.6 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

56 nearby
  • Buxton Methodist Church Luncheon Club0.7 km
  • Caffe Nero0.7 km
  • Fitzgeralds Craft Bakery Ltd0.7 km
  • La Gaby Pizzeria0.7 km
  • The Herb Garden Vegetarian Bistro0.6 km
  • + 51 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Waitrose Ltd0.7 km
  • Morrisons branch 2080.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Lucky Lotus Takeaway0.6 km
  • Buxton Food Spot0.6 km
  • China House0.7 km
  • Forbesy's Food Shack0.3 km
  • + 19 more
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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • The Wye Bridge House0.6 km
  • Blazing Rag0.5 km
  • Eagle Hotel0.6 km
  • Kings Head0.6 km
  • Lubens0.7 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Buxton Crescent Ensana Health Spa Hotel0.8 km
  • Grosvenor House Hotel0.7 km
  • The Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa1.0 km
  • Westminster Hotel B & B0.8 km
  • Premier Inn Buxton0.5 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Buxton Station0.9 km
  • Dove Holes5.2 km
  • Chapel-En-Le-Frith6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Dale Road bottom0.0 km
  • Morrisons0.2 km
  • Morrisons0.2 km
  • Cote Heath Park0.3 km
  • Cote Heath Park0.3 km