ST13 5AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashbourne Road, 0.2km from Leek in Leek. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 74 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £102k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 31.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00151886 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHBOURNE ROAD, ST13 5AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHBOURNE ROAD, ST13 5AS.
201
44
£ 34,600 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST13 5AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 44, ST13 5AS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 31.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST13 5AS. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 121,000
1 sales · Mean £ 121,000
Flat
£ 84,950
3 sales · Mean £ 86,816
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST13 5AS is moderate at 74 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
Leek First School
Springfield School
Leek High School
The Meadows School
All Saints CofE First School
St Mary's Catholic Academy
Beresford Memorial CofE First School
Westwood First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- BALL HAYE GREEN FISH AND CHIPS0.8 km
- ANGKOR WATT0.0 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.2 km
- CHINA GARDEN0.3 km
- Corner Cupboard0.0 km
- + 20 more
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Fresh Beauty0.4 km
- Gerald Harrison Fruit and Veg0.4 km
- H Meakin & Sons Ltd0.2 km
- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.4 km
- HOME BARGAINS0.4 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- PEAK WEAVERS HOTEL0.5 km
- THE GREEN MAN0.4 km
- SILK HOUSE HOTEL0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Cobblers0.3 km
- COCK INN0.3 km
- Den Engel0.5 km
- THE OLD MILL SMOKEHOUSE AND CRAFT ALE BAR0.3 km
- The Roebuck Hotel0.3 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- AJ Catering @ Daisy Haye0.5 km
- BROUGH PARK LEISURE CENTRE0.6 km
- CAFE DELIGHT0.2 km
- COFFEE BEANS CAFE LTD0.2 km
- Coffee#1 Leek0.4 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Asda0.5 km
- ICELAND0.4 km
- LIDL0.3 km
- Aldi0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.0 km
- Longport15.0 km
- Longton15.0 km
Bus Stops
- Bus Station0.1 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135AS · Data under Open Government Licence