stockport SK17 Postcodes
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Stockport (SK17)
The SK17 postcode area is located in the Stockport postcode town region, within the county of Derbyshire, and contains a total of 1363 individual postcodes.
There are 121 electoral wards in the SK17 postcode area, including Alderley Edge, Buxton, Cheadle, Dukinfield, Glossop, High Peak, Hyde, Macclesfield, Stalybridge, Stockport, Wilmslow which come under the local authority of the Derbyshire Dales Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in SK17 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of SK17 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
SK17 postcode covers an area to the east of the town of Buxton, within the Stockport district of Greater Manchester, England. This postcode district lies near to the Peak District National Park, and includes both rural and urban areas.
SK17 postcode contains parts of the villages of Park Head, Earl Sterndale, Taddington, Monyash, Flagg, Middleton-by-Youlgreave and Little Hucklow. The area is made up of a wide variety of landscapes, from high moorland to valleys, hills, and woods.
The area surrounding SK17 postcode provides a number of activities for residents and visitors alike. There are numerous walking and mountain biking routes in the nearby Peak District to explore, while those wishing for a more relaxing day can take advantage of the gentle landscape and picturesque villages for peaceful strolls or tours.
The local economy of SK17 postcode is primarily centred around the farming and tourism sectors, with small businesses and shops located in the village centres. A diverse range of amenities are also available nearby; Buxton itself provides a range of shops, restaurants and leisure centres, while High Peak District villages offer a range of pubs, tea-rooms and attractions such as Poole's Cavern and the Railway Garden on the Buxton to Chapel-en-le-Frith line.
The area of SK17 is well-served by public transport, with regular bus services connecting nearby towns and villages. There are also a number of local rail lines, such as the Buxton to Manchester line and the Chapel-en-le-Frith to Stockport line, while Buxton and Manchester airports provide connections to international destinations.
In terms of education, SK17 postcode has a number of primary schools located across its villages, as well as the prestigious Buxton School providing secondary education. Further education students can attend Buxton & Leek College, and students wishing to study higher education can attend the University of Derby.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 90%WORKING
- 10%UNEMPLOYED
10% of people in SK17 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 96%WHITE
- 4%NON-WHITE
96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Derbyshire
SK17 is located in the county of Derbyshire, in England.
Derbyshire has a total population of 1,042,000, making it the 20th largest county in the UK.
Derbyshire has a total area of 1013 square miles, and a population density of 396 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | SK17 |
Postal Town | Stockport |
MSOA Name | Derbyshire Dales 003 |
LSOA Name | Derbyshire Dales 003C |
County | Derbyshire |
Region | Derbyshire |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Derbyshire Dales |
Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
SK17 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SK17, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.