ST7 1AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Cumberland Close, 0.5km from Clough Hall in Kidsgrove. Administratively it sits within Talke & Butt Lane ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k, up 64.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00150534 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CUMBERLAND CLOSE, ST7 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CUMBERLAND CLOSE, ST7 1AY.
252
49
£ 37,200 /yr
40%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 49, ST7 1AY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 64.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 1AY. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 254,000
4 sales · Mean £ 249,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 1AY has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The King's CofE Academy
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
St Saviour's CofE Academy
Springhead Primary School
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- THE OLD QUEENS HEAD1.0 km
- CLOUGH HALL HOTEL0.5 km
- THE RIFLEMAN0.7 km
- KIDSGROVE CRICKET CLUB0.4 km
- SWAN INN1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- HAMILTONS BAKESHOP0.9 km
- FRYDAY'S0.6 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- PARK STORES0.4 km
- KIDSGROVE ATHLETIC 2000 LIMITED FC0.5 km
- LOWER ASH CONVENIENCE STORE0.6 km
- NEWCASTLE STAFFS FOODBANK0.8 km
- TALKE EXPRESS (MEXO LTD)0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- KIDSGROVE SPORTS CENTRE COMMUNITY GROUP0.6 km
- KIDSGROVE SKI CENTRE0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidsgrove1.0 km
- Alsager3.8 km
- Longport4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Westmorland0.1 km
- Westmorland0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: ST71AY · Data under Open Government Licence