ST2 0BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dividy Road, 0.8km from Townsend in Stoke-on-Trent. Administratively it sits within Bentilee and Ubberley ward and the Stoke-on-Trent Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, ST2 0BJ 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 non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 80 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £103k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 46.7% year-on-year. 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 ST2 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00071802 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DIVIDY ROAD, ST2 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DIVIDY ROAD, ST2 0BJ.
359
33
£ 32,800 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST2 0BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
ST2 0BJ has a significant social housing presence — 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 33-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 46.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST2 0BJ. The average age is 33.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 83,000
7 sales · Mean £ 83,000
Terraced
£ 112,500
2 sales · Mean £ 112,500
Detached
£ 200,000
1 sales · Mean £ 200,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST2 0BJ is moderate at 80 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 Maria Goretti Catholic Academy
Merit Hospital School and Medical Pupil Referral Unit
Eaton Park Academy
Bentilee Nursery School
Kingsland CofE Academy
Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Bargain Booze0.9 km
- Nik Naks Convenience Store0.8 km
- Toms Bake Shop0.8 km
- Worksop Pharmacy Eaton Park0.5 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Bucknall Express and Gelatoxpress / Togo Pizza0.9 km
- Bucknall Fish Bar0.9 km
- Fatts House0.8 km
- Gogoz Deserts and Pizza 4 U0.9 km
- Subway0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Sab's Cafe0.7 km
- Lantern Cafe Kingsland C.E Academy0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Bellringer0.9 km
- The Trent Tavern0.8 km
- Bucknall Bowling Club0.9 km
- The Travellers Rest0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda1.0 km
- Co-op Late Shop0.8 km
- Heron Foods Ltd0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Longton3.0 km
- Stoke-On-Trent3.0 km
- Longport5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Youlgreave Avenue0.1 km
- Youlgreave Avenue0.1 km
- Sundorne Place0.1 km
- Arbourfield Drive0.1 km
- Sundorne Place0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: ST20BJ · Data under Open Government Licence