ST12 9BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Blurton Road, 1.4km from Hartwell in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Barlaston ward and the Stone constituency.
For families considering a move, ST12 9BA represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ST12 9BA are sourced from Output Area E00151238 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLURTON ROAD, ST12 9BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLURTON ROAD, ST12 9BA.
241
46
£ 47,400 /yr
46%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
ST12 9BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 83% 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 ST12 9BA. 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
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
ST12 9BA has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Newstead Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Wedgwood Sports & Social Club0.7 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Country Cabin0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Grandma's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wedgwood1.6 km
- Wedgwood Lane1.9 km
- Barlaston2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: ST129BA · Data under Open Government Licence