Living in SK14: Liveability Score 60/100

Tameside, North West

Last updated 25 June 2026

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Every active postcode in SK14, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.

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SK14 scores 60 but individual postcodes tell the full story

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety

Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Tameside (year ending Dec 2025): 22,851 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.

Environment

Broadly acceptable environment.

Services

Schools

1 Outstanding, 47 Good out of 55 rated schools.

Healthcare

Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 3 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.

Broadband

93% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health

IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.

Bills

Band D council tax £2,447/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.

Transport

Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.

Lifestyle

Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 152 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

SK14 covers 1,305 active postcodes in Tameside, North West.

Frequently asked questions

Is SK14 a safe area to live?

SK14 scores 27/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Tameside (year ending Dec 2025): 22,851 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.

What are the schools like in SK14?

Schools in SK14 score 71/100. 1 Outstanding, 47 Good out of 55 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in SK14?

Broadband in SK14 scores 75/100. 93% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does SK14 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include SK16, SK15, M34. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for SK14?

SK14 scores 60/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.