ST12 9DS is a sought-after residential area on Diamond Ridge, 1.1km from Tittensor in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Barlaston ward and the Stone constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST12, ST12 9DS offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 67 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 74% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £395k, up 13.9% year-on-year. 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 ST12 9DS are sourced from Output Area E00151243 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DIAMOND RIDGE, ST12 9DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DIAMOND RIDGE, ST12 9DS.
248
67
£ 47,400 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 67, 74% owned. ST12 9DS is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £395k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 13.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST12 9DS. The average age is 67.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 393,000
11 sales · Mean £ 367,590
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST12 9DS has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Barlaston CofE (VC) First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Mark's Quality Meats0.5 km
- Barlaston Village Store0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Plume Of Feathers0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barlaston0.7 km
- Wedgwood Lane1.4 km
- Wedgwood1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Silver Ridge0.3 km
- Orchard Place0.4 km
- Orchard Place0.4 km
- Barlaston Orchard Place0.5 km
- Plume of Feathers PH0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: ST129DS · Data under Open Government Licence