ST13 5BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Trafford Close, 0.7km from Lowe Hill in Leek. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k, up 51.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00151873 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TRAFFORD CLOSE, ST13 5BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TRAFFORD CLOSE, ST13 5BG.
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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, ST13 5BG is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 51.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST13 5BG. 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
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
Semi-Detached
£ 238,750
10 sales · Mean £ 234,056
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST13 5BG has low crime rates — 14 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 High School
The Meadows School
Leek First School
Beresford Memorial CofE First School
All Saints CofE First School
Churnet View Middle School
St Mary's Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Moss Rose Mediterranean Bar and Grill1.0 km
- AJ Catering @ Daisy Haye1.0 km
- CAFE DELIGHT0.9 km
- COFFEE BEANS CAFE LTD0.9 km
- NO 5 CAFE1.0 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- H Meakin & Sons Ltd1.0 km
- Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shop1.0 km
- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.7 km
- LIVE LOVE LOAF LTD1.0 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- THE OLD MILL SMOKEHOUSE AND CRAFT ALE BAR1.0 km
- Earl Grey Inn0.7 km
- Beyond The Pale Micro Brewery0.9 km
- BLUE MUGGE0.6 km
- THE PRIORY HOTEL0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.5 km
- LIDL0.8 km
- Aldi0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- ANGKOR WATT0.8 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.6 km
- CHINA GARDEN1.0 km
- Corner Cupboard0.8 km
- Dragon Palace0.8 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.7 km
- Longton15.3 km
- Longport15.5 km
Bus Stops
- Trafford Close0.1 km
- Pitcher Lane0.2 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.2 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.2 km
- Moorland Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135BG · Data under Open Government Licence