Postcode Analysis High Peak, East Midlands

THE COTTAGES, SK23 0EZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE COTTAGES, SK23 0EZ.

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Population

364

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SK23 0EZ combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£245k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

SK23 0EZ is a sought-after residential area on The Cottages, 0.4km from Chapel-en-le-Frith in Chapel-en-le-Frith. Administratively it sits within Chapel West ward and the High Peak constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SK23, SK23 0EZ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k. 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 SK23 0EZ are sourced from Output Area E00099779 (shared with 26 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 SK23 0EZ. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 192,500

2 sales · Mean £ 192,500

Detached

£ 350,000

1 sales · Mean £ 350,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SK23 0EZ has low crime rates — 33 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 offences54
Shoplifting19
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Chapel-en-le-Frith High School

Good950 pupils0.6 km
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Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School

Good468 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Chapel Leisure Centre0.6 km
  • Federal Mogul Staff Canteen0.8 km
  • Kouros Café0.4 km
  • Amore Cafe0.5 km
  • Into the Woods0.1 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Fosters Fine Foods & Flowers0.7 km
  • Grace Emily Cakes0.2 km
  • The Old Town Bakehouse0.2 km
  • Aldi1.0 km
  • Raise The Bar Events0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Kings Arms Hotel0.1 km
  • The Royal Bar & Grill0.1 km
  • Old Pack Horse0.7 km
  • The Roebuck Inn0.1 km
  • New Inn0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • The Picnic Basket0.0 km
  • Chapel Balti0.2 km
  • August Moon0.2 km
  • Turkish Grill0.5 km
  • High Street Fish and Chips0.1 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapel-En-Le-Frith1.2 km
  • Chinley2.6 km
  • Dove Holes3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street opp Kings Arms0.1 km
  • Cross Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • New Inn0.1 km
  • Royal Oak Hotel0.1 km