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About Brinnington
Brinnington is a residential area located in the Tameside borough of Greater Manchester, England. It lies just north of the town of Stalybridge and is part of the wider urban landscape of the Pennine foothills. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes, many of which were built during the 20th century. Brinnington is well-connected by road, with the A625 passing nearby, providing access to Manchester and other nearby towns. The local community is served by several schools, a library, and a range of local shops and services. The postcode area SK5 covers Brinnington and surrounding neighbourhoods, and the area is known for its strong sense of local identity and community involvement.
School Ratings in Brinnington
Families in Brinnington have access to 314 local schools. Brinnington Children's Centre and Reddish Vale Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brinnington
Homes sell for an average of £208K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £170K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brinnington
Crime in the area is lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Brinnington
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brinnington around the national average for deprivation. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Brinnington
There are 47 GP surgeries within three miles of Brinnington, the nearest being Brinnington Surgery (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Brinnington
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Property Prices 4,137 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SK5 postcode area.
Household Income in Brinnington ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brinnington is approximately £41,745 a year before tax, 25% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,655. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,655.
Businesses in Brinnington ONS 2025
There are approximately 822 active businesses based in Brinnington, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Brinnington IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Brinnington 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.
Crime in Brinnington 1 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Brinnington 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Brinnington
Of the 13,462 households in and around Brinnington, 56% are owned, 25% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brinnington.