About Copley

Copley is a village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the SK15 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, offering a quiet environment for its inhabitants. The village is surrounded by green spaces, making it a pleasant spot for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The local amenities include a few shops and community facilities, providing essential services to residents. Copley is well-connected to nearby towns, making it convenient for those who commute for work or leisure. The village has a mix of traditional and modern housing, reflecting its development over the years. Overall, Copley serves as a peaceful residential area with easy access to the surrounding regions.

School Ratings in Copley

Families in Copley have access to 205 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Copley

Homes sell for an average of £210K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £152K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Copley

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Copley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Copley 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 Copley

Copley 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 3,642 sales

Average Price £210K
£575 — £2.12M
Detached £366K 689
Semi £207K 1,058
Terraced £152K 1,448
Flat £109K 265

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

129 Primary
24 Secondary
52 Other
Wild Bank Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.1 miles Copley Academy Secondary Good 0.2 miles St Paul's CofE Primary School, Stalybridge Primary Good 0.3 miles Stalyhill Junior School Primary Good 0.7 miles St. Peter's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.7 miles Millbrook Children's Centre 0.8 miles Tame Bank 0.8 miles Gorse Hall Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.8 miles Stalyhill Infant School Primary 1 miles St Raphael's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Works 4 U Support Services (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) 1 miles Trinity School Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Copley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Copley 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
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,734 Children (0-15) 19%
25,005 Working Age 62%
9,644 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.4% 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 Copley 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Copley 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
Greater Manchester Stalybridge South Visit force website →
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

Stalybridge Train Station 1 miles
Godley Train Station 2 miles
Flowery Field Train Station 2.1 miles
Mossley (Manchester) Train Station 2.2 miles
Hyde North Train Station 2.2 miles
Newton For Hyde Train Station 2.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fern Bank 0 yards Stalybridge 0.6 miles Heyrod 0.6 miles Woodlands 0.6 miles Brushes 0.6 miles Mottram Rise 0.9 miles Sun Green 0.9 miles Millbrook 0.9 miles Ridge Hill 0.9 miles Yew Tree 1.4 miles Landslow Green 1.4 miles Matley 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Tameside
Ward Stalybridge North
Constituency Stalybridge and Hyde
Parish Tameside, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in SK15 30 shown View all streets

Acres Lane 3 Acresbrook 1 Albion Gardens 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Drive 1 Alphingate Close 1 Ambleside 2 Arlies Close 1 Arlies Lane 2 Arnfield Court 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashdowne Lawns 1 Ashes Close 1 Ashes Lane 1 Astley Grove 1 Astley Road 1 Astley Street 3 Back Grosvenor Street 4 Back Knowl Street 2 Back Melbourne Street 1 Baker Street 1 Balmoral Drive 2 Bank Road 3 Bardsley Gate Avenue 2 Barleywood Walk 1 Bayley Street 4 Beech Grove 1 Beechwood Avenue 1 Beechwood Lane 1

Postcodes in SK15 50 shown View all postcodes

SK15 1AA SK15 1AB SK15 1AD SK15 1AE SK15 1AG SK15 1AH SK15 1AJ SK15 1AL SK15 1AN SK15 1AP SK15 1AQ SK15 1AR SK15 1AS SK15 1AT SK15 1AU SK15 1AW SK15 1AX SK15 1AY SK15 1AZ SK15 1BA SK15 1BB SK15 1BD SK15 1BE SK15 1BF SK15 1BG SK15 1BH SK15 1BJ SK15 1BL SK15 1BN SK15 1BP SK15 1BQ SK15 1BR SK15 1BS SK15 1BT SK15 1BU SK15 1BW SK15 1BX SK15 1BY SK15 1BZ SK15 1DA SK15 1DB SK15 1DD SK15 1DE SK15 1DF SK15 1DG SK15 1DH SK15 1DJ SK15 1DL SK15 1DN SK15 1DQ