Postcode Analysis Staffordshire Moorlands, West Midlands

GUNN STREET, ST8 6AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUNN STREET, ST8 6AY.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 37,500 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 39, ST8 6AY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

ST8 6AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gunn Street, 0.2km from Biddulph in Biddulph. Administratively it sits within Biddulph East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for ST8 6AY are sourced from Output Area E00151664 (shared with 7 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 ST8 6AY. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 127,000

5 sales · Mean £ 131,200

Detached

£ 220,000

2 sales · Mean £ 220,000

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

Crime around ST8 6AY is moderate at 66 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.

Violence and sexual offences149
Anti-social behaviour77
Public order37
Criminal damage and arson34
Burglary14

school Local Schools

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Kingsfield First School

Good228 pupils0.0 km
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Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy

Outstanding118 pupils0.6 km
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Squirrel Hayes First School

Good87 pupils0.7 km
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James Bateman Middle School

Good398 pupils0.9 km
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Knypersley First School

Outstanding297 pupils0.9 km
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Biddulph High School

Good764 pupils1.1 km
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Oxhey First School

Good214 pupils1.2 km
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Woodhouse Academy

Good464 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Biddulph Youth and Community Centre0.6 km
  • HIGH SPIRITS0.3 km
  • Knypersley Store and News1.0 km
  • B & M Bargains0.2 km
  • CAKES BY MILLRISE0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Mexitalia0.2 km
  • SHEPHERD STREET CHIP SHOP0.2 km
  • GRANGE FISH BAR0.9 km
  • HOSI FISH AND CHIPS0.3 km
  • RUPEYAL0.3 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • SUKIS0.2 km
  • CAFE VITA @ BIDDULPH VALLEY LEISURE CENTRE0.6 km
  • ONTAP0.2 km
  • Turmeric Indian restaurant and dessert bar0.2 km
  • BIDDULPH CAFE0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • BRADLEY GREEN0.2 km
  • Old Sam's0.3 km
  • The Crafty Flanker0.2 km
  • Barley Mow0.6 km
  • ROYAL OAK0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Daily Mini Market0.3 km
  • J.Sainsburys PLC0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Congleton4.9 km
  • Kidsgrove5.8 km
  • Longport8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Gunn Street0.1 km
  • John Street0.1 km
  • Kingsfield Road0.1 km
  • Albert Street0.1 km
  • John Street0.2 km