ST13 5BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.6km from Pickwood in Leek. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
The people who live in ST13 5BQ are typical of a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5BQ are sourced from Output Area E00151876 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST13 5BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST13 5BQ.
347
48
£ 36,800 /yr
43%
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. ST13 5BQ spans multiple life stages — average age 48, 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 ST13 5BQ. The average age is 48.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST13 5BQ has low crime rates — 13 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
St Mary's Catholic Academy
Churnet View Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- H Meakin & Sons Ltd0.9 km
- Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shop0.9 km
- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.7 km
- LIVE LOVE LOAF LTD0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- THE OLD MILL SMOKEHOUSE AND CRAFT ALE BAR0.9 km
- Earl Grey Inn0.6 km
- Beyond The Pale Micro Brewery0.8 km
- BLUE MUGGE0.6 km
- THE PRIORY HOTEL0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- AJ Catering @ Daisy Haye1.0 km
- CAFE DELIGHT0.9 km
- COFFEE BEANS CAFE LTD0.9 km
- NO 5 CAFE0.9 km
- THAI SIAM0.9 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.5 km
- LIDL0.8 km
- Aldi0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- ANGKOR WATT0.7 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.6 km
- CHINA GARDEN0.9 km
- Corner Cupboard0.7 km
- Dragon Palace0.7 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.7 km
- Longton15.2 km
- Longport15.4 km
Bus Stops
- Moorlands Hospital0.0 km
- Moorlands Hospital0.1 km
- Trafford Close0.1 km
- Moorland Road0.2 km
- Moorland Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135BQ · Data under Open Government Licence