ST21 6AX is a sought-after residential area on Cross Butts, 0.2km from Gaolbutts in Eccleshall. Administratively it sits within Eccleshall ward and the Stone constituency.
For serious buyers, ST21 6AX is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £355k, down 31.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for ST21 6AX are sourced from Output Area E00151316 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROSS BUTTS, ST21 6AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROSS BUTTS, ST21 6AX.
575
41
£ 49,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST21 6AX 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. ST21 6AX's low deprivation rank, 75% ownership, and £355k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 31.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST21 6AX. The average age is 41.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 342,500
10 sales · Mean £ 346,045
Semi-Detached
£ 192,500
4 sales · Mean £ 188,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST21 6AX has low crime rates — 7 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.
school Local Schools
Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Eccleshall Pharmacy0.5 km
- Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe0.6 km
- Perry's Field to Fork Ltd0.6 km
- Lodeys of Newcastle0.6 km
- Simply Scrumptious Cupcakes0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Old Smithy0.7 km
- Eagle Inn0.5 km
- Kings Arms0.6 km
- The Bell at Eccleshall0.6 km
- The Royal Oak0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Balti Palace0.6 km
- Jasmine Peking Restaurant0.6 km
- Star Cafe0.5 km
- Daru Chini0.6 km
- London House Restaurant0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Tandoori Kitchen0.5 km
- Eccleshall Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
- Star Pizza0.6 km
- The Great Wall0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Eagle House Eccleshall0.1 km
- Eccleshall Bed and Breakfast0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norton Bridge4.6 km
- Stone9.0 km
- Stafford10.5 km
Bus Stops
- Romford Meadow0.0 km
- Romford Meadow0.1 km
- Newport Road0.2 km
- Cross Butts0.2 km
- Gaol Butts0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST216AX · Data under Open Government Licence