Postcode Analysis High Peak, East Midlands

SK17 9HW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SK17 9HW.

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Population

307

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 36,000 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences76
Shoplifting33
Anti-social behaviour16
Other theft16
Criminal damage and arson15

school Local Schools

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Buxton Junior School

Good225 pupils0.4 km
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Buxton Infant School

Outstanding176 pupils0.6 km
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Buxton Community School

Good1038 pupils0.9 km
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Fairfield Infant and Nursery School

Good210 pupils0.9 km
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Harpur Hill Primary School

Good277 pupils1.0 km
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St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy

Requires Improvement444 pupils1.1 km
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Fairfield Endowed CofE (C) Junior School

Good192 pupils1.2 km
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St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good204 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
  • Morrisons branch 2080.4 km
fastfood

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
local_bar

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

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