Is ST6 1BW a safe place to live?

ST6 1BW has a moderate crime rate of 59 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is typical for this type of area in Stoke-on-Trent.

How much do houses cost in ST6 1BW?

The average property price in ST6 1BW is currently around £166k.

What is the population of ST6 1BW?

The population for the ST6 1BW area is approximately 504 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands

SHAFTESBURY AVENUE, ST6 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHAFTESBURY AVENUE, ST6 1BW.

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

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Population

504

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 35,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ST6 1BW 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.

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3/10

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9/10

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7/10

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8/10

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5/10

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3/10

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8/10

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9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ST6 1BW spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 12.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ST6 1BW is a mixed residential area on Shaftesbury Avenue, 0.2km from Stanfield in Stoke-on-Trent. Administratively it sits within Burslem Park ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 12.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST6 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00071917 (shared with 10 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 ST6 1BW. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.2%

Asian / British Asian19.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 155,000

12 sales · Mean £ 153,041

Detached

£ 222,500

2 sales · Mean £ 222,500

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

Crime around ST6 1BW is moderate at 59 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 offences109

Anti-social behaviour64

Burglary24

Criminal damage and arson24

Public order23

school Local Schools

Haywood Academy

Good1130 pupils0.2 km

Jackfield Infant School

Good216 pupils0.4 km

Moorpark Junior School

Good228 pupils0.5 km

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

Good341 pupils1.1 km

Saint Nathaniel's Academy

Good483 pupils1.2 km

Mill Hill Primary Academy

Requires Improvement458 pupils1.3 km

Co-op Academy Stoke-On-Trent

Good1019 pupils1.4 km

Smallthorne Primary Academy

Requires Improvement223 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

26 nearby

Burslem Community Grocery1.0 km
Well Pharmacy0.8 km
Bradeley Village Shop0.9 km
Jo's Pantry1.0 km
Mrs Noreen Green1.0 km
+ 21 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby

By the Bar1.0 km
Rofl Comedy Club0.9 km
The Bradeley0.6 km
The Talbot1.0 km
Bursley Ale House0.9 km
+ 5 more

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby

Africana Restaurant & Bar1.0 km
Number 111.0 km
The Bistro0.9 km
Coffee Cup0.8 km
Dimensions Leisure Centre0.7 km
+ 9 more

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Supermarkets

4 nearby

Farmfoods1.0 km
Co-operative0.6 km
Asda0.8 km
Lidl0.8 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby

China Chef0.9 km
Hole in the Wall0.9 km
Spice Fusion1.0 km
Grill Master0.7 km
Master Chef0.6 km
+ 11 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Longport2.2 km
Stoke-On-Trent5.1 km
Kidsgrove5.3 km

Bus Stops

Shaftesbury Avenue0.2 km
Hamil Road0.2 km
Hamil Road0.2 km
Oakville Avenue0.2 km
Leigh Street0.2 km