ST13 8EZ is a mixed residential area on Hencroft, 0.2km from Brow Hill in Leek. Administratively it sits within Leek North ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
For families considering a move, ST13 8EZ represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 101 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £183k, down 36.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 8EZ are sourced from Output Area E00151893 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HENCROFT, ST13 8EZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HENCROFT, ST13 8EZ.
294
41
£ 34,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST13 8EZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 41, ST13 8EZ 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 down 36.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST13 8EZ. The average age is 40.8. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 167,000
7 sales · Mean £ 186,492
Terraced
£ 148,500
6 sales · Mean £ 151,333
Detached
£ 265,000
3 sales · Mean £ 235,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST13 8EZ is above average at 101 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
St Mary's Catholic Academy
Westwood First School
St Edward's Church of England Academy
Leek First School
Springfield School
All Saints CofE First School
The Meadows School
Leek High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
21 nearby- The Mulberry Leaves0.6 km
- Cobblers0.6 km
- COCK INN0.5 km
- Den Engel0.5 km
- Dyers Arms0.5 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsburys Supermarkets Plc0.6 km
- ICELAND0.6 km
- LIDL0.8 km
- Aldi0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- BALL HAYE GREEN FISH AND CHIPS0.9 km
- ANGKOR WATT0.8 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.9 km
- CHINA GARDEN0.7 km
- CHINESE GOURMET0.3 km
- + 22 more
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- BRIDGE END FILLING STATION0.8 km
- Fresh Beauty0.5 km
- Gerald Harrison Fruit and Veg0.4 km
- H Meakin & Sons Ltd0.6 km
- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.5 km
- + 24 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- PEAK WEAVERS HOTEL0.7 km
- THE GREEN MAN0.7 km
- SILK HOUSE HOTEL0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- AJ Catering @ Daisy Haye0.7 km
- BROUGH PARK LEISURE CENTRE0.6 km
- CAFE DELIGHT0.7 km
- COFFEE BEANS CAFE LTD0.6 km
- Coffee#1 Leek0.5 km
- + 30 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton12.2 km
- Longport14.7 km
- Kidsgrove14.7 km
Bus Stops
- Hencroft0.2 km
- Hamil Drive0.3 km
- Abbey Green Road0.3 km
- Salisbury Street0.3 km
- Salisbury Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST138EZ · Data under Open Government Licence