ST13 5BF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Arden Close, 0.5km from Lowe Hill in Leek. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
For serious buyers, ST13 5BF is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents here average 56 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 88% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £420k, up 29.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5BF are sourced from Output Area E00151873 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARDEN CLOSE, ST13 5BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARDEN CLOSE, ST13 5BF.
302
56
£ 36,800 /yr
42%
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
ST13 5BF is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £420k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 29.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST13 5BF. The average age is 56.1. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 420,000
3 sales · Mean £ 461,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST13 5BF has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Springfield School
Leek First School
Leek High School
The Meadows School
Beresford Memorial CofE First School
All Saints CofE First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.7 km
- LIDL1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- ANGKOR WATT0.9 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.8 km
- Corner Cupboard0.9 km
- Dragon Palace1.0 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.9 km
- POPLAR SERVICE STATION0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Earl Grey Inn0.8 km
- BLUE MUGGE0.8 km
- THE PRIORY HOTEL1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- LEAPS & BOUNDS INDOOR PLAY LTD0.8 km
- PABNA STAFFORDSHIRE LTD0.9 km
- THE SPICE MERCHANT0.8 km
- THE FOUNTAIN INN0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.9 km
- Longton15.2 km
- Blythe Bridge15.4 km
Bus Stops
- Moorland Road0.1 km
- Moorland Road0.1 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.2 km
- Trafford Close0.3 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135BF · Data under Open Government Licence