SK17 9HW is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Cote Heath Park in Buxton (High Peak). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Cote Heath ward and the High Peak constituency.
SK17 9HW is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SK17 9HW are sourced from Output Area E00099808 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SK17 9HW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SK17 9HW.
307
39
£ 36,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SK17 9HW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SK17 9HW is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SK17 9HW. The average age is 39.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SK17 9HW has low crime rates — 47 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 Junior School
Buxton Infant School
Buxton Community School
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School
Harpur Hill Primary School
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
Fairfield Endowed CofE (C) Junior School
St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.8 km
- Axe Edge Bars @ Pavilion Gardens0.9 km
- bb's0.5 km
- DAY ZERO0.6 km
- Geoff Mycock and Son0.6 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
55 nearby- Buxton Methodist Church Luncheon Club0.6 km
- Caffe Nero0.8 km
- Fitzgeralds Craft Bakery Ltd0.8 km
- La Gaby Pizzeria0.8 km
- The Herb Garden Vegetarian Bistro0.7 km
- + 50 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
- Morrisons branch 2080.4 km
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Lucky Lotus Takeaway0.6 km
- Buxton Food Spot0.6 km
- China House0.9 km
- Forbesy's Food Shack0.3 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- The Wye Bridge House0.8 km
- Blazing Rag0.3 km
- Eagle Hotel0.6 km
- Kings Head0.7 km
- Lubens0.7 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Buxton Crescent Ensana Health Spa Hotel0.8 km
- Grosvenor House Hotel0.8 km
- Westminster Hotel B & B0.7 km
- Premier Inn Buxton0.3 km
- Old Hall Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Buxton Station1.0 km
- Dove Holes5.4 km
- Chapel-En-Le-Frith6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Cote Heath Park0.1 km
- Kents Bank Road0.1 km
- Cote Heath Park0.1 km
- Dale Road bottom0.2 km
- Heath Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SK179HW · Data under Open Government Licence