ST7 4RJ is a safe, established residential area on Dales Green Road, 0.1km from Dales Green in Harriseahead, Mow Cop and Newchapel. Administratively it sits within Newchapel & Mow Cop ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 109.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 4RJ are sourced from Output Area E00150735 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DALES GREEN ROAD, ST7 4RJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DALES GREEN ROAD, ST7 4RJ.
302
45
£ 43,100 /yr
45%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates ST7 4RJ — age 45, 88% ownership, 10% 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 up 109.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 4RJ. The average age is 45.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
7 sales · Mean £ 171,785
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 4RJ has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Castle Primary School
Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School
Thursfield Primary School
Kidsgrove Secondary School
Kidsgrove Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Crown0.5 km
- ROYAL OAK0.9 km
- THE ASH INN0.6 km
- ROBIN HOOD0.9 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- BARGAIN BOOZE0.9 km
- TONI'S TREATS0.4 km
- CASTLE STORES0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- WING HING HOUSE0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidsgrove2.6 km
- Alsager5.5 km
- Congleton6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Dales Green Farm0.0 km
- Dales Green Farm0.0 km
- Mow Cop Road0.1 km
- Mow Cop Road0.1 km
- Dales Green Corner0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST74RJ · Data under Open Government Licence