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.
DALE ROAD, SK17 6PD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DALE ROAD, SK17 6PD.
316
45
£ 36,000 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Buxton Infant School
Buxton Junior School
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School
Fairfield Endowed CofE (C) Junior School
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Buxton Community School
Harpur Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, 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
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Waitrose Ltd0.7 km
- Morrisons branch 2080.2 km
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
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, 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
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Postcode Profile: SK176PD · Data under Open Government Licence