Postcode Analysis High Peak, East Midlands

TEMPLE ROAD, SK17 9BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TEMPLE ROAD, SK17 9BZ.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 45,300 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SK17 9BZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SK17 9BZ combines high owner-occupation (95%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate.

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

SK17 9BZ is a well-regarded residential area on Temple Road, 0.7km from Higher Buxton in Buxton (High Peak). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Temple ward and the High Peak constituency.

Within the SK17 district, this postcode is characterised by a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SK17 9BZ are sourced from Output Area E00099988 (shared with 8 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 9BZ. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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Crime around SK17 9BZ is moderate at 68 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.

Violence and sexual offences104
Anti-social behaviour27
Public order26
Burglary17
Shoplifting17

school Local Schools

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Buxton Community School

Good1038 pupils0.3 km
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Buxton Junior School

Good225 pupils0.6 km
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Buxton Infant School

Outstanding176 pupils0.8 km
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Burbage Primary School

Good347 pupils0.8 km
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St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy

Requires Improvement444 pupils1.1 km
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St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good204 pupils1.3 km
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Harpur Hill Primary School

Good277 pupils1.4 km
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Fairfield Infant and Nursery School

Good210 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

50 nearby
  • Balcony Cafe - University of Derby0.9 km
  • Buxton Methodist Church Luncheon Club0.4 km
  • Caffe Nero0.9 km
  • Fitzgeralds Craft Bakery Ltd0.8 km
  • La Gaby Pizzeria0.9 km
  • + 45 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Lucky Lotus Takeaway0.4 km
  • Buxton Food Spot0.6 km
  • Forbesy's Food Shack0.8 km
  • Greggs Plc0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Axe Edge Bars @ Pavilion Gardens0.6 km
  • bb's0.4 km
  • DAY ZERO0.3 km
  • Geoff Mycock and Son0.5 km
  • Isa & Zamys1.0 km
  • + 13 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Buxton Crescent Ensana Health Spa Hotel0.7 km
  • Grosvenor House Hotel0.6 km
  • The Britannia Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa0.9 km
  • Westminster Hotel B & B0.2 km
  • Premier Inn Buxton0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Blazing Rag0.6 km
  • Cavendish Views Catering0.8 km
  • Eagle Hotel0.5 km
  • Kings Head0.6 km
  • Lubens0.6 km
  • + 12 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Buxton Station1.0 km
  • Dove Holes5.6 km
  • Chapel-En-Le-Frith6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Belvedere Terrace0.1 km
  • Belvedere Terrace0.1 km
  • School0.2 km
  • School College Road0.2 km
  • Health Centre0.2 km