ST7 1RU is a safe, established residential area on Unity Way, 0.1km from Hollins in Kidsgrove. Administratively it sits within Talke & Butt Lane ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.
For families considering a move, ST7 1RU represents 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. By day, the area transitions to a mining and quarrying facilities character: industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 5.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 1RU are sourced from Output Area E00150531 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UNITY WAY, ST7 1RU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNITY WAY, ST7 1RU.
255
46
£ 37,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST7 1RU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates ST7 1RU — age 46, 74% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 5.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 1RU. The average age is 46.2. 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
Terraced
£ 148,500
6 sales · Mean £ 138,666
Semi-Detached
£ 155,000
17 sales · Mean £ 153,426
Detached
£ 170,000
2 sales · Mean £ 170,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 1RU has low crime rates — 31 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
St Saviour's CofE Academy
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School
The King's CofE Academy
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
Springhead Primary School
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- THE OLD QUEENS HEAD0.6 km
- CLOUGH HALL HOTEL0.9 km
- TOBY CARVERY0.2 km
- KIDSGROVE CRICKET CLUB0.9 km
- SWAN INN0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- COSTA COFFEE DRIVE THRU0.3 km
- BUTT LANE BAPTIST CHURCH COFFEE SHOP0.6 km
- KIDSGROVE SPORTS CENTRE COMMUNITY GROUP0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- ROYAL SPICE0.5 km
- FRYDAY'S0.5 km
- CHINA RED0.5 km
- THE FISHERMANS CATCH0.5 km
- THE LUNCH BOX0.5 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- BUTT LANE FOOD AND WINE0.5 km
- PARK STORES0.9 km
- BUTT LANE PHARMACY AND POST OFFICE0.5 km
- KIDSGROVE ATHLETIC 2000 LIMITED FC0.5 km
- LOWER ASH CONVENIENCE STORE0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidsgrove1.1 km
- Alsager2.9 km
- Longport5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Congleton Road0.1 km
- Congleton Road0.1 km
- St Saviours School0.1 km
- Newcastle Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: ST71RU · Data under Open Government Licence