SK22 1AZ is a sought-after residential area on Thornsett, 0.2km from Thornsett in Birch Vale. Administratively it sits within Sett ward and the High Peak constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SK22, SK22 1AZ offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £360k.
Census 2021 statistics for SK22 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00099954 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THORNSETT, SK22 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNSETT, SK22 1AZ.
213
48
£ 45,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SK22 1AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SK22 1AZ — age 48, 79% ownership, 21% 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 SK22 1AZ. The average age is 47.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 520,000
2 sales · Mean £ 520,000
Terraced
£ 186,250
4 sales · Mean £ 174,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SK22 1AZ has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Thornsett Primary School (High Peak Federation)
St George's CofE Primary School
New Mills Primary School
New Mills School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Sycamore Inn0.3 km
- Pack Horse Inn0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- High Hill Fish and Chips0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Mills2.0 km
- New Mills Central2.2 km
- New Mills Newtown2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Printers Arms0.0 km
- Printers Arms0.0 km
- Church End0.2 km
- Church End0.2 km
- Sett Valley Trail0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SK221AZ · Data under Open Government Licence