ST3 1DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashwood Terrace, 0.6km from Longton in Stoke-on-Trent. Administratively it sits within Sandford Hill ward and the Stoke-on-Trent South constituency.
For families considering a move, ST3 1DU represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 89 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 ST3 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00072201 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHWOOD TERRACE, ST3 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHWOOD TERRACE, ST3 1DU.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST3 1DU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. ST3 1DU's 71% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST3 1DU. The average age is 37.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 135,000
1 sales · Mean £ 135,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST3 1DU is moderate at 89 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
Co-Op Academy Clarice Cliff
Gladstone Primary Academy
Sandford Hill Primary School
St Thomas More Catholic Academy
St Gregory's Catholic Academy
St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- Boots0.6 km
- AK News0.3 km
- Greendock Stores0.9 km
- Greggs Ltd0.6 km
- International Mini Market0.7 km
- + 35 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- The Last Post0.5 km
- The Sutherland Community Project0.5 km
- The Corner Pin0.9 km
- George & Dragon0.7 km
- Malt & Hops0.7 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Britannia Cafe0.7 km
- Cafe Delight0.6 km
- Tesco Customer Cafe0.5 km
- Fenpark Hilltop Allotments1.0 km
- King Street Kitchen0.6 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Farmfoods0.8 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Co-operative Food0.5 km
- Heron Foods Ltd0.9 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Jumbo House0.4 km
- Paper Tiger0.7 km
- Nemo'z Fish & Chips0.4 km
- Lin Take Away0.5 km
- Linny's Kitchen0.7 km
- + 18 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Longton0.4 km
- Stoke-On-Trent3.5 km
- Wedgwood5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Menai Grove0.1 km
- Menai Grove0.1 km
- Smith Street0.2 km
- Friar Street0.2 km
- Barclay Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST31DU · Data under Open Government Licence