ST8 6BX is a safe, established residential area on Brocks Croft Gardens, 0.4km from Gillow Heath in Biddulph. Administratively it sits within Biddulph West ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
For families considering a move, ST8 6BX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £210k.
Census 2021 statistics for ST8 6BX are sourced from Output Area E00151705 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROCKS CROFT GARDENS, ST8 6BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROCKS CROFT GARDENS, ST8 6BX.
446
40
£ 37,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
ST8 6BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 75% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST8 6BX. The average age is 40.4. 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: 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
Terraced
£ 142,000
9 sales · Mean £ 139,966
Detached
£ 279,000
6 sales · Mean £ 260,250
Semi-Detached
£ 218,000
2 sales · Mean £ 218,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST8 6BX is moderate at 53 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.
school Local Schools
Kingsfield First School
Woodhouse Academy
Oxhey First School
Squirrel Hayes First School
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy
James Bateman Middle School
Knypersley First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Roaring Meg1.0 km
- Biddulph Bowling and Recreational Club1.0 km
- BRADLEY GREEN0.5 km
- Old Sam's0.3 km
- The Crafty Flanker0.3 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Mexitalia0.5 km
- SHEPHERD STREET CHIP SHOP0.7 km
- GRANGE FISH BAR0.5 km
- HOSI FISH AND CHIPS0.5 km
- RUPEYAL0.3 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- HIGH SPIRITS0.5 km
- B & M Bargains0.5 km
- CAKES BY MILLRISE0.3 km
- OWENS FAMILY BUTCHERS LTD0.5 km
- Povey's Oatcakes0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- SUKIS0.3 km
- CAFE VITA @ BIDDULPH VALLEY LEISURE CENTRE0.5 km
- ONTAP0.5 km
- Turmeric Indian restaurant and dessert bar0.3 km
- BIDDULPH CAFE0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Daily Mini Market0.3 km
- J.Sainsburys PLC0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton4.3 km
- Kidsgrove6.0 km
- Alsager8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Craigside0.1 km
- Cromwell Street0.2 km
- Playing Field0.2 km
- Roebuck Hotel0.2 km
- House 800.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST86BX · Data under Open Government Licence