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51,951
Population
22,064
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,660
Avg. household income
1,982
Businesses
1,080
People per km²
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About Bunkers Hill

Bunkers Hill is a residential area located in the town of Stalybridge within Greater Manchester, England. It lies within the SK6 postcode area and is situated on elevated ground, offering views across the surrounding valleys. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of older Victorian properties and more modern developments. There are several local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centres, serving the needs of the local population. The area is well connected by road and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Hyde and Ashton-under-Lyne. Bunkers Hill has a strong sense of community, with local events and groups contributing to its social fabric. The surrounding landscape includes open spaces and footpaths, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation.

School Ratings in Bunkers Hill

There are 213 schools in and around Bunkers Hill. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bunkers Hill

The average property price is £310K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £284K.

Deprivation and Employment in Bunkers Hill

Bunkers Hill sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bunkers Hill

There are 27 GP surgeries within three miles of Bunkers Hill, the nearest being Chadsfield Medical Practice (1 miles away).

Local Data for Bunkers Hill

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Property Prices 7,271 sales

Average Price £310K
£100 , £7.55M
Detached £454K 1,712
Semi £284K 2,818
Terraced £231K 1,667
Flat £162K 714

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

133 Primary
26 Secondary
54 Other
Good 11
Requires improvement 3
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SK6 postcode area.

Marple Hall School Secondary 0.5 miles Bredbury Green Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Warren Wood Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Harrytown Catholic High School Secondary 0.8 miles Lisburne School Not applicable 0.8 miles Castle Hill High School Not applicable Outstanding 0.8 miles Werneth School Secondary Inadequate 0.8 miles Agricultural and Rural Centre Not applicable 0.9 miles St Christopher's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Fairway Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Dial Park Primary School Primary 0.9 miles St Philip's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.9 miles

Household Income in Bunkers Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bunkers Hill is approximately £50,660 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,088. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bunkers Hill £50,660
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,088.

Businesses in Bunkers Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,982 active businesses based in Bunkers Hill, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,982 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bunkers Hill IMD 2025

Bunkers Hill sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 26%
8,870 Children (0-15) 17%
29,429 Working Age 57%
13,645 Older (65+) 26%
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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Romiley Train Station 0.9 miles
Bredbury Train Station 1.5 miles
Marple Train Station 1.7 miles
Hazel Grove Train Station 1.9 miles
Woodley Train Station 2 miles
Woodsmoor Train Station 2.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chadkirk 0.6 miles Foggbrook 0.6 miles Offerton Green 0.6 miles Bredbury Green 0.6 miles Romiley 0.9 miles Ley Hey Park 1.2 miles Little Moor 1.2 miles Great Moor 1.4 miles Offerton 1.4 miles Cherry Tree 1.4 miles Marple 1.4 miles Bredbury 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Bunkers Hill

Of the 22,738 households in and around Bunkers Hill, 79% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 79% Social rented 11% Private rented 10%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bunkers Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bunkers Hill

What is the population of Bunkers Hill?
Bunkers Hill has a population of approximately 51,951 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bunkers Hill?
The average property in and around Bunkers Hill sold for about £310,175, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 11% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bunkers Hill a deprived area?
Bunkers Hill sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bunkers Hill?
Bunkers Hill is covered by the SK6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bunkers Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bunkers Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bunkers Hill?
The nearest railway station to Bunkers Hill is Romiley Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

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 0DB 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 1BN 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