ST17 9DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hawksmoor Road, 0.3km from Rising Brook in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the Stafford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, ST17 9DS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £192k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for ST17 9DS are sourced from Output Area E00151483 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWKSMOOR ROAD, ST17 9DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWKSMOOR ROAD, ST17 9DS.
311
36
£ 36,600 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST17 9DS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
ST17 9DS has a significant social housing presence — 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST17 9DS. The average age is 36.0. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 167,500
2 sales · Mean £ 167,500
Terraced
£ 135,000
3 sales · Mean £ 140,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST17 9DS is moderate at 66 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
Stafford Manor High School
Flash Ley Primary School
Silkmore Primary Academy
Burton Manor Primary School
Rowley Park Primary Academy
Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Castlechurch Primary School
King Edward VI High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative0.3 km
- Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- YY Marble House Limited t/a0.5 km
- Chris' Fish Bar0.3 km
- Silkmore Fish Bar0.6 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Rowley Park Kiosk1.0 km
- Svarn News & Off Licence0.1 km
- Co-operative Pharmacy0.3 km
- Rickerscote Convenience Store0.8 km
- RJ & SA Tinkler Ltd0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Vintage Barn0.6 km
- Cafe Paps0.5 km
- Rising Brook Community Church0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Highfields Sports & Social Club0.9 km
- Royal Oak0.1 km
- Stafford Post Office Sports and Social Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stafford2.0 km
- Penkridge7.1 km
- Norton Bridge10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Rudyard House0.1 km
- Stafford Manor High School0.1 km
- Stafford Manor High School0.2 km
- Lilac Grove0.2 km
- Ullswater House0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST179DS · Data under Open Government Licence