ST13 5BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Thornfield Avenue, 0.5km from Lowe Hill in Leek. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £276k, up 22.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5BP are sourced from Output Area E00151873 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THORNFIELD AVENUE, ST13 5BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNFIELD AVENUE, ST13 5BP.
302
56
£ 36,800 /yr
42%
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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, ST13 5BP is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 22.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST13 5BP. The average age is 56.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 240,000
8 sales · Mean £ 251,312
Semi-Detached
£ 305,000
3 sales · Mean £ 285,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST13 5BP has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Springfield School
Leek High School
The Meadows School
Leek First School
Beresford Memorial CofE First School
All Saints CofE First School
Churnet View Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.6 km
- LIDL0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- ANGKOR WATT0.9 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.8 km
- Corner Cupboard0.9 km
- Dragon Palace0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.8 km
- POPLAR SERVICE STATION0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Earl Grey Inn0.8 km
- BLUE MUGGE0.8 km
- THE PRIORY HOTEL0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- LEAPS & BOUNDS INDOOR PLAY LTD0.8 km
- PABNA STAFFORDSHIRE LTD0.8 km
- THE SPICE MERCHANT0.8 km
- THE FOUNTAIN INN0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.9 km
- Longton15.2 km
- Blythe Bridge15.5 km
Bus Stops
- Moorland Road0.2 km
- Moorland Road0.2 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.2 km
- Trafford Close0.2 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135BP · Data under Open Government Licence