About Bredbury

Bredbury is a village located in the Tameside borough of Greater Manchester, England. It lies just north of the River Goyt and is bordered by the Peak District National Park to the west, offering easy access to scenic walking and cycling routes. The village has a mix of residential properties, including traditional terraced houses and more modern developments, alongside local shops and community facilities. Bredbury railway station provides regular services to Manchester and other nearby towns, making it a convenient commuter location. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The postcode area SK6 covers Bredbury and surrounding villages, and the village is well connected by road via the A625 and A57.

School Ratings in Bredbury

Families in Bredbury have access to 275 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bredbury

Homes sell for an average of £304K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £279K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bredbury

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Bredbury

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bredbury around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bredbury

Bredbury benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,489 sales

Average Price £304K
£200 — £5.36M
Detached £443K 1,769
Semi £279K 2,847
Terraced £225K 1,761
Flat £169K 745

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

167 Primary
32 Secondary
76 Other
Arden Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Bredbury St. Marks CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Werneth School Secondary Inadequate 0.6 miles St Christopher's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Harrytown Catholic High School Secondary 0.6 miles Bredbury Green Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Highfields College Good 0.8 miles Agricultural and Rural Centre 0.8 miles Bridge House School Requires Improvement 0.9 miles Woodley Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Paul's Church of England Primary School Brinnington Primary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bredbury IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bredbury are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,936 Children (0-15) 17%
32,858 Working Age 57%
18,747 Older (60+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bredbury 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bredbury are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bredbury Train Station 0.3 miles
Romiley Train Station 1.1 miles
Woodley Train Station 1.2 miles
Brinnington Train Station 1.2 miles
Reddish South Train Station 2.1 miles
Davenport Train Station 2.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lower Bredbury 0.6 miles Arden Park 0.6 miles Bredbury Green 0.9 miles Brinnington 0.9 miles Greave 1.2 miles Foggbrook 1.2 miles Castle Hill 1.2 miles Romiley 1.4 miles Portwood 1.4 miles Woodley 1.4 miles Bunkers Hill 1.4 miles Little Moor 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Stockport
Ward Bredbury and Woodley
Constituency Hazel Grove
Parish Stockport, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in SK6 30 shown View all streets

Agecroft Road 2 Alamein Drive 2 Alan Drive 1 Alderdale Drive 1 Alderley Drive 1 Alders Green Avenue 1 Andrew Lane 5 Andrew Street 1 Annable Road 3 Aragon Way 1 Arbour Court 1 Arden Road 2 Arkwright Drive 1 Arkwright Road 2 Arnside Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashbourne Drive 1 Ashfield Grove 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Ashton Road 3 Ashwood Crescent 1 Aspen Way 1 Aspenwood Close 1 Auburn Avenue 2 Avon Bank 1 Avon Close 1 Aylsham Close 1 Aysgarth Avenue 1 Badger Close 2 Balmoral Drive 1

Postcodes in SK6 50 shown View all postcodes

SK6 0BG SK6 0BJ SK6 0BS SK6 0BW SK6 1AA SK6 1AD SK6 1AF SK6 1AJ SK6 1AL SK6 1AN SK6 1AP SK6 1AR SK6 1AS SK6 1AT SK6 1AW SK6 1AX SK6 1AY SK6 1AZ SK6 1BA SK6 1BB SK6 1BD SK6 1BE SK6 1BF SK6 1BG SK6 1BH SK6 1BJ SK6 1BL SK6 1BQ SK6 1BR SK6 1BX SK6 1BY SK6 1BZ SK6 1DB SK6 1DD SK6 1DE SK6 1DF SK6 1DG SK6 1DH SK6 1DJ SK6 1DL SK6 1DN SK6 1DP SK6 1DQ SK6 1DR SK6 1DS SK6 1DT SK6 1DU SK6 1DW SK6 1DX SK6 1DY