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About

Woodley is a residential area in Stockport, known for its mix of housing styles, from terraced homes to semi-detached properties. The area is situated near the River Tame, offering green spaces like Woodley Memorial Park for outdoor activities. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and schools, catering to everyday needs.

Transport links are convenient, with bus routes connecting Woodley to Stockport town centre and nearby areas like Bredbury. The M60 motorway is easily accessible, providing quick routes to Manchester and beyond. Industrial estates on the outskirts contribute to local employment opportunities, balancing the area’s residential character.

Area overview

On average Woodley has moderate deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 17.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Woodley is £40,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Woodley: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Woodley Population

5,740

Population density

3,049 per km²

Demographics

British

5,395

93.94%

Other White

1.55%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.87%

Irish

0.64%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.44%

Total population: 5,743

Housing

Owns outright

1,046

39.74%

Owns with a mortgage

861

32.71%

Social rents from council

282

10.71%

Other social rented

189

7.18%

Private landlord or letting agency

179

6.8%

Total households: 2,632

Property prices in Woodley

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Woodley area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,500 up to £695,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Woodley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	13	£425,000	£295,500	£387,000	£490,000	£668,000
Flats	5	£118,125	£87,100	£105,500	£150,000	£165,200
Semi-Detached	36	£315,000	£240,250	£279,500	£356,000	£411,250
Terraced	21	£222,500	£195,000	£210,000	£262,500	£395,000

10 years median price trend in Woodley

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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