Postcode Analysis Newcastle-under-Lyme, West Midlands

LARK AVENUE, ST7 4YJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LARK AVENUE, ST7 4YJ.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

65%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ST7 4YJ spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

ST7 4YJ is a safe, established residential area on Lark Avenue, 0.2km from Trubshaw in Kidsgrove. Administratively it sits within Newchapel & Mow Cop ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.

For families considering a move, ST7 4YJ represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £219k.

Census 2021 statistics for ST7 4YJ are sourced from Output Area E00150645 (shared with 6 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 ST7 4YJ. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

65%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 190,000

3 sales · Mean £ 182,665

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

ST7 4YJ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24
Public order5
Burglary4
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Thursfield Primary School

Good272 pupils0.4 km
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Packmoor Ormiston Academy

Good436 pupils1.3 km
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Kidsgrove Secondary School

Requires Improvement270 pupils1.3 km
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Kidsgrove Primary School

Good131 pupils1.3 km
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Dove Bank Primary School

Good162 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • A&R MENU0.5 km
  • BARGAIN BOOZE0.8 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.9 km
  • WHITEHILL LUNCHEON CLUB & FOOTSTEPS CAFE0.9 km
  • NEWSWISE0.5 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • ROYAL OAK0.9 km
  • ROBIN HOOD0.8 km
  • THE GRAPES0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • WING HING HOUSE0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • NEWCHAPEL BUTTY BAR0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kidsgrove2.3 km
  • Alsager5.7 km
  • Longport5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Pennyfields Road0.3 km
  • Jasmine Crescent0.3 km
  • High Street0.3 km
  • High Street0.3 km
  • Thursfield Lodge0.3 km