ST13 5AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.6km from Pickwood in Leek. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
Within the ST13 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5AY are sourced from Output Area E00151882 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST13 5AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST13 5AY.
346
48
£ 36,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates ST13 5AY — age 48, 96% ownership, 3% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST13 5AY. The average age is 48.4. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST13 5AY has low crime rates — 23 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
Springfield School
Leek First School
Leek High School
The Meadows School
Beresford Memorial CofE First School
All Saints CofE First School
St Mary's Catholic Academy
Churnet View Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Moss Rose Mediterranean Bar and Grill1.0 km
- AJ Catering @ Daisy Haye0.7 km
- BROUGH PARK LEISURE CENTRE0.8 km
- CAFE DELIGHT0.6 km
- COFFEE BEANS CAFE LTD0.7 km
- + 25 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- BALL HAYE GREEN FISH AND CHIPS0.9 km
- ANGKOR WATT0.5 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.3 km
- CHINA GARDEN0.7 km
- Corner Cupboard0.5 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Fresh Beauty0.9 km
- Gerald Harrison Fruit and Veg0.9 km
- H Meakin & Sons Ltd0.7 km
- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.9 km
- HOME BARGAINS0.9 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- PEAK WEAVERS HOTEL0.9 km
- THE GREEN MAN0.9 km
- SILK HOUSE HOTEL0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Cobblers0.8 km
- COCK INN0.8 km
- Den Engel0.9 km
- THE OLD MILL SMOKEHOUSE AND CRAFT ALE BAR0.7 km
- The Roebuck Hotel0.8 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Asda0.3 km
- ICELAND0.9 km
- LIDL0.5 km
- Aldi0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.4 km
- Longton15.2 km
- Longport15.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ashbourne Road0.0 km
- Ashbourne Road0.0 km
- Parker Street0.2 km
- Parker Street0.2 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135AY · Data under Open Government Licence