Postcode Analysis Staffordshire Moorlands, West Midlands

DOLESPRING CLOSE, ST11 9DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOLESPRING CLOSE, ST11 9DD.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ST11 9DD combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£403k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £403k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ST11 9DD is a sought-after residential area on Dolespring Close, 0.2km from Moor Green in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook. Administratively it sits within Forsbrook ward and the Stone constituency.

For serious buyers, ST11 9DD is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £403k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for ST11 9DD are sourced from Output Area E00151840 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST11 9DD. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 318,375

2 sales · Mean £ 318,375

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

ST11 9DD has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences39
Public order7
Other crime7
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School

Outstanding234 pupils0.6 km
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Blythe Bridge High School

Good0.6 km
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The William Amory Primary School

Good200 pupils0.9 km
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Springcroft Primary School

Good211 pupils1.3 km
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St Filumena's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding173 pupils1.4 km
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Portland School and Specialist College

Inadequate1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • SPAR0.3 km
  • Dudley’s Butchers0.3 km
  • TRADITIONAL BAKEHOUSE0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • China Chef0.8 km
  • Codswallop0.3 km
  • LESLEYS LUNCH BOX0.3 km
  • THE DEEP PAN MAN0.8 km
  • Mr Sims Oatcake Shop0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • INDIAN OCEAN0.3 km
  • HEATH HOUSE FARM TEA ROOM0.5 km
  • Red Brick Cafe0.8 km
  • Blythe Bridge Methodist Church Meals Club0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • BLACK COCK INN0.9 km
  • Roebuck Inn0.3 km
  • The Butchers Arms0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blythe Bridge1.0 km
  • Longton5.8 km
  • Wedgwood8.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridgwood Road0.3 km
  • Cheadle Road0.3 km
  • Bridgwood Road0.3 km
  • Portland Drive0.4 km
  • Portland Drive0.4 km