stockport SK22 Postcodes
Spending a fortune on conveyancing?
Compare instant, low-cost online quotes from trusted conveyancing solicitors.
Backed by experts, our no-obligation service searches through the best conveyancing quotes on the market to save you time and money.
Stockport (SK22)
The SK22 postcode area is located in the Stockport postcode town region, within the county of Derbyshire, and contains a total of 476 individual postcodes.
There are 23 electoral wards in the SK22 postcode area, including Alderley Edge, Buxton, Cheadle, Dukinfield, Glossop, High Peak, Hyde, Macclesfield, Stalybridge, Stockport, Wilmslow which come under the local authority of the High Peak Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in SK22 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 SK22 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The SK22 postcode is an area in the district of High Peak, in Derbyshire, in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. It covers five settlements, which are the villages of Bollington, Charlesworth, Compstall, Hawk Green, and Marple Bridge.
The villages that make up the SK22 postcode are known for their rural feel and unique history. It is close to the towns of Stockport, Glossop, and Hyde and is fairly close to Manchester, meaning commuters have easy access to larger cities. Bollington is the largest settlement in the SK22 postcode area, with a population of over 7,000 people.
Aside from its small villages, the SK22 postcode area has many attractions for visitors and locals alike. Bollington was once the home of Arthur Worthington, who was the first Englishman recorded as having made a parachute jump, and for that reason is sometimes referred to as the 'Birthplace of Parachuting'. It is also home to the White Nancy Monument, a monument designed by Sir Robert Smirke in 1815 that overlooks the village.
Hawk Green is known for its cricket ground, which is home to Hawk Green Cricket Club, one of the oldest cricket teams in Derbyshire. Charlesworth is a popular tourist spot, with a wealth of old buildings and a Grade II-listed bridge, but it is also home to a number of pubs and restaurants. Compstall has a quaint old mill, which was once used to power a paper mill and is now a popular museum. Marple Bridge has a lovely park, surrounded by several pubs, cafes, and eateries, making it a popular spot for walkers.
The SK22 postcode area boasts a variety of amenities, including schools, health centres, shops, libraries, and pubs. The area is also known for its open spaces, with a variety of parks and nature reserves to explore, including Lyme Park, which is located close to Compstall and Marple. Visitors and residents alike can also take advantage of the local canals, which offer stunning views and great opportunities for walking and cycling.
Demographics
Derbyshire
SK22 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 | SK22 |
| Postal Town | Stockport |
| MSOA Name | High Peak 005 |
| LSOA Name | High Peak 005D |
| County | Derbyshire |
| Region | Derbyshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | High Peak |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
SK22 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SK22, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
Dig even deeper into the SK22 postcode by clicking on a postcode below:
Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (SK) and estimated address.
Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
Chris H
Saturday, April 13, 2024
We don't have any views of SK22 right now. If you live in SK22 or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.
Add your view of SK22
People need your local expertise. If you live in SK22 or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.
Please tell us what you like about the SK22 postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.
| LOCAL AMENITIES | |
| FAMILY FRIENDLY | |
| PARKING | |
| GREEN SPACES |
Local News Derbyshire
Derbyshire village fire believed to have been started deliberately
The fire damaged a portable cabin
Derby TelegraphSantander to pay 20,000 to customers if they have 1,000 in account
The high street bank told customers they would 'feel like a winner'
Derby TelegraphPeople's Postcode Lottery winning streets for April 9 to April 12, 2024
Lots of postcodes won a share of some cash
Derby TelegraphWhat's next for Alstom train factory campaign - and how can you help?
The time is now to save Derby's train-building heritage - and you can get involved
Derby TelegraphDispersal order to tackle begging and drinking
The whole of Derby city centre is covered by the order, which runs until Sunday.
BBC NewsBride 'lied' to venue about her wedding to avoid extra costs - sparking outrage
The owners of the venue have said she 'violated' their policy
Derby TelegraphAlstom: We must save Derby's vital rail industry now before time runs out
An order of just five more trains would save the Litchurch Lane factory and thousands of jobs - we say enough is enough and the time is now
Derby TelegraphHundreds of firms campaign to save Derby's Alstom
The Derby community is asking the Government to order five more trains to save thousands of jobs.
BBC NewsFrom the Postcode Area blog
Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis
Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.
Death of the High Street?
The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?
Discrimination by Postcode
You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.
The Redesign is Underway
Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.
SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.