Living in SK8: Liveability Score 72/100
Stockport, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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SK8 scores 72 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is around 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 Stockport (year ending Dec 2025): 22,803 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 1458 green spaces within 2km.
Services
11 Outstanding, 46 Good out of 61 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 2 GP surgeries and 5 hospital facilities serve the area.
97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £2,619/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 1,467 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
SK8 covers 1,330 active postcodes in Stockport, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is SK8 a safe area to live?
SK8 scores 52/100 for safety. Recorded crime is around 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 Stockport (year ending Dec 2025): 22,803 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in SK8?
Schools in SK8 score 80/100. 11 Outstanding, 46 Good out of 61 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in SK8?
Broadband in SK8 scores 89/100. 97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does SK8 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include SK3, M22, SK7. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for SK8?
SK8 scores 72/100, rated "Good", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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