ST7 2BU is a sought-after residential area on Lester Close, 0.2km from Cresswellshawe in Alsager. Administratively it sits within Alsager ward and the Congleton constituency.
For serious buyers, ST7 2BU is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £318k. 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 ST7 2BU are sourced from Output Area E00092763 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LESTER CLOSE, ST7 2BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LESTER CLOSE, ST7 2BU.
263
54
£ 41,700 /yr
36%
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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ST7 2BU combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£318k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £318k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 2BU. The average age is 54.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 318,000
1 sales · Mean £ 318,000
Detached
£ 170,000
2 sales · Mean £ 170,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 2BU has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Alsager Highfields Community Primary School
St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School
Alsager School
Pikemere School
Excalibur Primary School
Cranberry Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Bamboo House1.0 km
- Flames Kebab House0.6 km
- Papa's Fast Food0.8 km
- Aishah Balti Takeaway0.5 km
- Alsager Delight0.6 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Alsager Food & Wine0.6 km
- Alsager Pet Stores0.6 km
- Chatwins0.4 km
- Shady Grove Stores (Alsager) Ltd0.3 km
- Liv's Deli0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Mr Bigz Flavours LTD0.6 km
- Bar 60.5 km
- Bod Alsager0.6 km
- Chinese Garden0.8 km
- Costa0.6 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Stores0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Fifty Five Degrees0.5 km
- Horseshoe Inn0.8 km
- The Bank Corner0.5 km
- Wilbraham Arms0.5 km
- The Mere Inn0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alsager0.9 km
- Kidsgrove4.3 km
- Sandbach8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Eaton Road0.1 km
- Eaton Road0.1 km
- Curzon Avenue0.2 km
- Curzon Avenue0.2 km
- Berkeley Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST72BU · Data under Open Government Licence