About Great Moor

Great Moor is a suburb located in Greater Manchester, England, within the SK2 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, offering a mix of housing styles, from traditional terraced homes to more modern developments. The suburb has a variety of local amenities, including shops, cafes, and schools, catering to the needs of its residents. Transport links are convenient, with easy access to nearby towns and the city centre of Manchester. Great Moor is served by local bus routes and has a railway station close by, making it a practical choice for commuters. The area is also home to several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Overall, Great Moor presents a straightforward suburban lifestyle with essential services and accessibility.

School Ratings in Great Moor

Great Moor is served by 212 schools. Castle Hill High School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Moor

Property prices average £248K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £267K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Moor

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other crime accounts for the highest share in Great Moor, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Moor

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Great Moor falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Great Moor

Most properties in Great Moor can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,216 sales

Average Price £248K
£255 — £3.34M
Detached £358K 507
Semi £267K 2,062
Terraced £199K 1,248
Flat £140K 281

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

138 Primary
24 Secondary
50 Other
Stockport School Secondary Good 0.4 miles Dial Park Primary School Primary 0.5 miles St Philip's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Great Moor Infant School Primary Good 0.5 miles Great Moor Junior School Primary Good 0.5 miles Fairway Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Stockport Grammar School 0.6 miles Castle Hill High School Outstanding 0.7 miles Banks Lane Infant School Primary Good 0.8 miles Banks Lane Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles Aquinas College 16 plus Good 0.8 miles Hazel Grove Primary School Primary 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Great Moor IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Great Moor in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,899 Children (0-15) 19%
28,905 Working Age 63%
10,812 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.6% 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 Great Moor 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Great Moor falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Offerton 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

Woodsmoor Train Station 0.7 miles
Davenport Train Station 1 miles
Hazel Grove Train Station 1.1 miles
Romiley Train Station 2.1 miles
Bredbury Train Station 2.3 miles
Cheadle Hulme Train Station 2.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Offerton 0 yards Heaviley 0.6 miles Stepping Hill 0.6 miles Little Moor 0.6 miles Woods Moor 0.9 miles Foggbrook 0.9 miles Offerton Green 1.2 miles Cale Green 1.2 miles Norbury Moor 1.2 miles Bramhall Moor 1.2 miles Davenport 1.4 miles Bunkers Hill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Stockport
Ward Manor
Constituency Stockport
Parish Stockport, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in SK2 30 shown View all streets

Aber Avenue 1 Abergele Street 1 Adswood Lane East 2 Akesmoor Drive 1 Aldersgate Road 1 Alfreton Road 2 Alldis Street 2 Amlwch Avenue 1 Anglesea Avenue 1 Archer Street 2 Arlington Drive 1 Arne Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ashley Road 1 Ashway Clough North 1 Babbacombe Road 1 Barfold Close 1 Bean Leach Avenue 1 Bean Leach Drive 1 Bean Leach Road 1 Beaufort Road 1 Beauvale Avenue 1 Beech Holme Grove 3 Beech Mews 1 Beech Road 1 Belgrave Crescent 1 Bempton Close 1 Berkeley Close 1 Beverley Road 1 Biddulph Avenue 2

Postcodes in SK2 50 shown View all postcodes

SK2 5AA SK2 5AB SK2 5AD SK2 5AE SK2 5AF SK2 5AG SK2 5AH SK2 5AJ SK2 5AL SK2 5AN SK2 5AP SK2 5AQ SK2 5AR SK2 5AS SK2 5AT SK2 5AW SK2 5AX SK2 5AY SK2 5AZ SK2 5BA SK2 5BB SK2 5BD SK2 5BE SK2 5BF SK2 5BG SK2 5BH SK2 5BJ SK2 5BN SK2 5BQ SK2 5BR SK2 5BS SK2 5BY SK2 5BZ SK2 5DA SK2 5DB SK2 5DD SK2 5DE SK2 5DF SK2 5DH SK2 5DJ SK2 5DL SK2 5DN SK2 5DP SK2 5DQ SK2 5DR SK2 5DS SK2 5DU SK2 5DW SK2 5DX SK2 5DY