ST12 9AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bedcroft, 0.6km from Barlaston in Barlaston. Administratively it sits within Barlaston ward and the Stone constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST12, ST12 9AL offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £547k, up 14.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST12 9AL are sourced from Output Area E00151245 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEDCROFT, ST12 9AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEDCROFT, ST12 9AL.
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£ 47,400 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST12 9AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
ST12 9AL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £547k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 14.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST12 9AL. The average age is 45.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 517,500
8 sales · Mean £ 508,437
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
ST12 9AL has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Barlaston CofE (VC) First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Barlaston Milk Barn0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Duke Of York0.4 km
- Wedgwood Sports & Social Club0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Upper House Hotel Limited0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barlaston1.0 km
- Wedgwood1.1 km
- Wedgwood Lane1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST129AL · Data under Open Government Licence