SK22 1AJ is a sought-after residential area on Garrison View, 0.3km from Thornsett in High Peak. Administratively it sits within Sett ward and the High Peak constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SK22, SK22 1AJ offers 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 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £382k.
Census 2021 statistics for SK22 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00099956 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GARRISON VIEW, SK22 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARRISON VIEW, SK22 1AJ.
197
49
£ 45,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SK22 1AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SK22 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 83% 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 SK22 1AJ. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 382,000
1 sales · Mean £ 382,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SK22 1AJ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Thornsett Primary School (High Peak Federation)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Sett Valley Cafe0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Sycamore Inn0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- High Hill Fish and Chips0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Mills2.2 km
- New Mills Central2.4 km
- New Mills Newtown2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Church End0.3 km
- The Sycamore0.3 km
- Church End0.3 km
- The Vine0.3 km
- The Vine0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SK221AJ · Data under Open Government Licence