Postcode Analysis Staffordshire Moorlands, West Midlands

CRAIGSIDE, ST8 6BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRAIGSIDE, ST8 6BP.

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Population

307

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 37,500 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ST8 6BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

ST8 6BP has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 19.6% year-on-year.

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

ST8 6BP is a mixed residential area on Craigside, 0.4km from Biddulph in Biddulph. Administratively it sits within Biddulph West ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, ST8 6BP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £103k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 19.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST8 6BP are sourced from Output Area E00151702 (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 6BP. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 91,256

11 sales · Mean £ 90,205

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

Crime around ST8 6BP is moderate at 61 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 offences85
Anti-social behaviour61
Criminal damage and arson27
Public order24
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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Kingsfield First School

Good228 pupils0.4 km
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Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy

Outstanding118 pupils1.0 km
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Squirrel Hayes First School

Good87 pupils1.1 km
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Knypersley First School

Outstanding297 pupils1.2 km
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Woodhouse Academy

Good464 pupils1.2 km
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James Bateman Middle School

Good398 pupils1.2 km
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Oxhey First School

Good214 pupils1.3 km
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Biddulph High School

Good764 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Mexitalia0.3 km
  • SHEPHERD STREET CHIP SHOP0.6 km
  • GRANGE FISH BAR0.8 km
  • HOSI FISH AND CHIPS0.6 km
  • RUPEYAL0.3 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • HIGH SPIRITS0.6 km
  • B & M Bargains0.3 km
  • CAKES BY MILLRISE0.2 km
  • OWENS FAMILY BUTCHERS LTD0.4 km
  • Povey's Oatcakes0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • SUKIS0.2 km
  • CAFE VITA @ BIDDULPH VALLEY LEISURE CENTRE0.6 km
  • ONTAP0.4 km
  • Turmeric Indian restaurant and dessert bar0.2 km
  • BIDDULPH CAFE0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • BRADLEY GREEN0.3 km
  • Old Sam's0.3 km
  • The Crafty Flanker0.2 km
  • ROYAL OAK0.2 km
  • STAFFORDSHIRE KNOT0.9 km
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Supermarkets

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Congleton4.5 km
  • Kidsgrove5.8 km
  • Alsager8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Craigside0.1 km
  • High Street0.2 km
  • Town Hall0.3 km
  • High Street0.3 km
  • Roebuck Hotel0.3 km