Postcode Analysis Stafford, West Midlands

DARLEY AVENUE, ST18 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARLEY AVENUE, ST18 0DQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

507

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 54,300 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: ST18 0DQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ST18 0DQ — age 32, 89% ownership, 3% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ST18 0DQ is a sought-after residential area on Darley Avenue, 0.3km from St. Thomas Priory in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Milwich ward and the Stafford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST18, ST18 0DQ offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k.

Census 2021 statistics for ST18 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00179371 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST18 0DQ. The average age is 32.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.7%
Asian / British Asian6.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 429,995

9 sales · Mean £ 405,551

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

ST18 0DQ has low crime rates — 21 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.

Violence and sexual offences37
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order5
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Veritas Primary Academy

Good445 pupils0.9 km
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The Weston Road Academy

Good991 pupils1.0 km
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St John's CofE Primary Academy

Good373 pupils1.1 km
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Leasowes Primary School

Outstanding429 pupils1.4 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding207 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Morris Man1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Cafe Society0.9 km
  • Hearts and Flowers0.7 km
  • Dudley's0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Alliss Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Cornwells Chemists0.6 km
  • Kingston Hill Newsagents0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stafford3.0 km
  • Penkridge9.6 km
  • Norton Bridge10.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Crematorium0.3 km
  • Crematorium0.3 km
  • Winton Vale0.3 km
  • Winton Vale0.3 km
  • Wolseley Road0.5 km