Living in SK9: Liveability Score 61/100

Cheshire East, North West

Last updated 25 June 2026

61
OUT OF 100
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Postcodes scored in this district

Every active postcode in SK9, 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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Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.

Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
79

Crime is well below the national average. 2,590 offences recorded across 25 local areas in the past year.

Environment
66

Broadly acceptable environment.

Services

Schools
46

3 Outstanding, 16 Good out of 19 rated schools.

Healthcare
61

Healthcare ratings are broadly average. 1 GP surgery and 1 hospital facility serve the area.

Broadband
46

80% gigabit coverage; 95% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
76

IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.

Bills
48

Band D council tax £2,455/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.

Transport

Transport
57

Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
58

Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 278 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

SK9 covers 1,218 active postcodes in Cheshire East, North West.

Frequently asked questions

Is SK9 a safe area to live?

SK9 scores 79/100 for safety. Crime is well below the national average. 2,590 offences recorded across 25 local areas in the past year.

What are the schools like in SK9?

Schools in SK9 score 46/100. 3 Outstanding, 16 Good out of 19 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in SK9?

Broadband in SK9 scores 46/100. 80% gigabit coverage; 95% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does SK9 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include M90, SK8, M22. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for SK9?

SK9 scores 61/100, rated "Average", 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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