ST9 0AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Plough Bank, 0.2km from Wetley Rocks in Wetley Rocks. Administratively it sits within Cheddleton ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
For families considering a move, ST9 0AU represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ST9 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00151807 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PLOUGH BANK, ST9 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLOUGH BANK, ST9 0AU.
274
51
£ 45,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ST9 0AU spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. 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 ST9 0AU. The average age is 50.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
ST9 0AU has low crime rates — 24 incidents 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
St John's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Powys Arms0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Lodge Farm Equestrian Centre0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Longton7.9 km
- Blythe Bridge8.0 km
- Stoke-On-Trent9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Plough Bank0.1 km
- Plough Bank0.1 km
- Mill Lane0.2 km
- Mill Lane0.2 km
- Chapel Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST90AU · Data under Open Government Licence