SK5 6EF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from North Reddish in Reddish. Administratively it sits within Reddish North ward and the Denton and Reddish constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SK5 6EF is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SK5 6EF are sourced from Output Area E00029828 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SK5 6EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SK5 6EF.
316
36
£ 39,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SK5 6EF is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 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 SK5 6EF. The average age is 35.8. 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.
school Local Schools
Vale View Primary School
St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Reddish
St Elisabeth's Church of England Primary
Rushbrook Primary Academy
Dane Bank Primary School
Reddish Vale High School
Oasis Academy Aspinal
Reddish Vale Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- 32 Mario Mini Market Ltd0.7 km
- Priceless Discount Ltd0.6 km
- Hobsons0.4 km
- McColls0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.1 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Houldsworth Golf Club Ltd0.7 km
- Reddish Ale0.9 km
- Thatched Tavern0.9 km
- North Reddish Working Men's Club0.7 km
- Houldsworth Arms0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Fresh Fire Church0.6 km
- Ozzy.s Coffe Restoran0.7 km
- Sykes0.6 km
- Tiger Chilly0.9 km
- Reddish Community Centre0.4 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Local Express0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Teem Spirits0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Cantonese Delight0.5 km
- Georges0.9 km
- The Corner Cafe0.9 km
- Arigato Noodle Sushi Bar1.0 km
- Burger Stop Reddish Ltd0.5 km
- + 26 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Reddish North0.6 km
- Reddish0.7 km
- Reddish South1.0 km
Bus Stops
- Harrogate Road0.1 km
- Harrogate Road0.1 km
- Reddish Vale0.2 km
- Nth Reddish Clinic0.2 km
- Reddish Vale0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SK56EF · Data under Open Government Licence