SK17 7GA is a safe, established residential area on Montpelier Gardens, 0.4km from Hogshawe in Buxton (High Peak). Administratively it sits within Barms ward and the High Peak constituency.
For families considering a move, SK17 7GA represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SK17 7GA are sourced from Output Area E00099728 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONTPELIER GARDENS, SK17 7GA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONTPELIER GARDENS, SK17 7GA.
274
46
£ 36,500 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SK17 7GA 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
SK17 7GA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 7GA. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SK17 7GA has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Fairfield Endowed CofE (C) Junior School
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School
St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
Buxton Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Wye Bridge House0.7 km
- MILTONS TAP0.9 km
- NINETEENTH HOLE0.2 km
- The Railway @ Buxton0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Stars Cafe0.8 km
- La Gaby Pizzeria1.0 km
- FITMission0.9 km
- Buxton & High Peak Golf Club0.3 km
- Buxton Football Club0.8 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.8 km
- Isa & Zamys0.9 km
- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe0.8 km
- The Buxton Trading Post0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Fairfield Plaice0.6 km
- China House0.6 km
- Gastro Fry Ltd0.6 km
- Thai Delight0.8 km
- Tikka Villa0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hawthorn Farm Guest House0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Buxton Station1.1 km
- Dove Holes4.2 km
- Chapel-En-Le-Frith5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Tongue Lane0.1 km
- Tongue Lane0.2 km
- Queens Court0.2 km
- Church0.2 km
- Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SK177GA · Data under Open Government Licence