How much do houses cost in SK8 4RU?

The average property price in SK8 4RU is currently around £427k.

What is the population of SK8 4RU?

The population for the SK8 4RU area is approximately 310 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Stockport, North West

THE TARNS, SK8 4RU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE TARNS, SK8 4RU.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SK8 4RU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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10/10

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10/10

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7/10

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3/10

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5/10

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9/10

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3/10

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10/10

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6/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SK8 4RU — age 45, 96% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £427k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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SK8 4RU is a mixed residential area on The Tarns, 0.7km from Heald Green in Gatley. Administratively it sits within Cheadle and Gatley ward and the Cheadle constituency.

For serious buyers, SK8 4RU is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Stockport.

Property: Prices average £427k.

Census 2021 statistics for SK8 4RU are sourced from Output Area E00029219 (shared with 7 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 SK8 4RU. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British62.3%

Asian / British Asian30.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed7.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 435,000

1 sales · Mean £ 435,000

Detached

£ 392,500

6 sales · Mean £ 380,833

school Local Schools

Lum Head Primary School

Good266 pupils0.3 km

North Cheshire Jewish Primary School

Outstanding220 pupils0.4 km

The Kingsway School

Good1405 pupils0.7 km

Prospect Vale Primary School

Good232 pupils0.8 km

Inscape House School

Good102 pupils1.0 km

Peel Hall Primary School

Good271 pupils1.1 km

Gatley Primary School

Outstanding550 pupils1.2 km

Etchells Primary School

Good409 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Dynasty0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

MMJ Store World Food Supermarket0.8 km
Argos Ltd1.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby

David Lloyd Clubs0.8 km
Heatherdew Phoenix0.3 km
Incafe1.0 km
Cheadle (Kingsway) Sports Club Ltd1.0 km
Catering Academy @ Agilent Technologies Ltd0.4 km
+ 3 more

local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby

Sainsbury's1.0 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Pymgate Lodge Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Heald Green1.4 km
Gatley1.5 km
Cheadle Hulme2.7 km

Bus Stops

St Ann's Road North (to def rte)0.3 km
St Ann's Road North (to def rte)0.3 km
Post Office0.3 km
Post Office0.3 km
South View Gardens0.5 km