Postcode Analysis Staffordshire Moorlands, West Midlands

ALBERT STREET, ST8 6DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBERT STREET, ST8 6DU.

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Population

272

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 37,500 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ST8 6DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ST8 6DU — age 43, 82% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £166k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 38.7% year-on-year.

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

ST8 6DU is a safe, established residential area on Albert Street, 0.3km 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 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% 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: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 38.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST8 6DU are sourced from Output Area E00151661 (shared with 81 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 6DU. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

7 sales · Mean £ 184,657

Terraced

£ 124,000

9 sales · Mean £ 120,553

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

Crime around ST8 6DU 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.

Violence and sexual offences125
Anti-social behaviour72
Public order30
Criminal damage and arson29
Burglary11

school Local Schools

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Kingsfield First School

Good228 pupils0.2 km
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Squirrel Hayes First School

Good87 pupils0.8 km
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Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy

Outstanding118 pupils0.8 km
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Oxhey First School

Good214 pupils1.0 km
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James Bateman Middle School

Good398 pupils1.0 km
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Woodhouse Academy

Good464 pupils1.1 km
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Knypersley First School

Outstanding297 pupils1.1 km
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Biddulph High School

Good764 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Biddulph Youth and Community Centre0.7 km
  • HIGH SPIRITS0.2 km
  • B & M Bargains0.3 km
  • CAKES BY MILLRISE0.2 km
  • OWENS FAMILY BUTCHERS LTD0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Roaring Meg0.9 km
  • BRADLEY GREEN0.3 km
  • Old Sam's0.1 km
  • The Crafty Flanker0.2 km
  • Barley Mow0.7 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Mexitalia0.2 km
  • SHEPHERD STREET CHIP SHOP0.4 km
  • GRANGE FISH BAR0.7 km
  • HOSI FISH AND CHIPS0.2 km
  • RUPEYAL0.1 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

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

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Congleton4.7 km
  • Kidsgrove5.9 km
  • Alsager8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Roebuck Hotel0.1 km
  • Albert Street0.1 km
  • Cromwell Street0.2 km
  • Kingsfield Crescent0.2 km
  • Kingsfield Crescent0.2 km