SK17 8DP is a safe, established residential area on Horseshoe Avenue, 0.3km from Dove Holes in Dove Holes. Administratively it sits within Limestone Peak ward and the High Peak constituency.
For families considering a move, SK17 8DP represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. 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. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £232k.
Census 2021 statistics for SK17 8DP are sourced from Output Area E00099886 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HORSESHOE AVENUE, SK17 8DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HORSESHOE AVENUE, SK17 8DP.
270
41
£ 43,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SK17 8DP 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SK17 8DP — age 41, 85% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 8DP. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
10 sales · Mean £ 215,600
Detached
£ 235,750
6 sales · Mean £ 240,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SK17 8DP has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dove Holes CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Katys Diner0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dove Holes0.2 km
- Chapel-En-Le-Frith2.5 km
- Buxton Station4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Alexander Road0.1 km
- Bus Depot0.1 km
- Bus Depot0.1 km
- Dove Holes Rail Station0.1 km
- Dove Holes Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SK178DP · Data under Open Government Licence