ST20 0AF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Smithy Croft, 0.2km from Church Eaton in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Seighford & Church Eaton ward and the Stone constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST20, ST20 0AF offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £380k.
Census 2021 statistics for ST20 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00151270 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SMITHY CROFT, ST20 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SMITHY CROFT, ST20 0AF.
308
49
£ 49,000 /yr
45%
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
ST20 0AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST20 0AF. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 380,000
1 sales · Mean £ 380,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST20 0AF has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Church Eaton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Glebelands Sports Assoc Ltd0.1 km
- The Royal Oak0.1 km
- The Royal Oak0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penkridge8.2 km
- Stafford9.1 km
- Norton Bridge12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Royal Oak PH0.1 km
- Royal Oak PH0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: ST200AF · Data under Open Government Licence