ST17 9HQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Moss Pit, 0.2km from Moss Pit in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the Stafford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £203k.
Census 2021 statistics for ST17 9HQ are sourced from Output Area E00151480 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOSS PIT, ST17 9HQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOSS PIT, ST17 9HQ.
328
50
£ 40,000 /yr
48%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
ST17 9HQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 94% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £203k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST17 9HQ. The average age is 50.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 203,750
4 sales · Mean £ 202,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
ST17 9HQ has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Stafford Manor High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Stafford Post Office Sports and Social Club0.8 km
- Catch Corner0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express Stafford South M6 Jct 130.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Dine Contract Catering0.4 km
- McDonalds Restaurant0.8 km
- Aramark Ltd @ Argos Acton Gate0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stafford3.6 km
- Penkridge5.5 km
- Hednesford10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Barnhurst Farm0.0 km
- Barnhurst Farm0.1 km
- Garage0.1 km
- Garage0.2 km
- Barn Bank Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ST179HQ · Data under Open Government Licence