ST13 5LZ is a mixed residential area on Wood Street, 0.3km from Leek in Leek. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
For families considering a move, ST13 5LZ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5LZ are sourced from Output Area E00151883 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOOD STREET, ST13 5LZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD STREET, ST13 5LZ.
252
44
£ 45,400 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST13 5LZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. ST13 5LZ's 68% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST13 5LZ. The average age is 44.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 119,000
3 sales · Mean £ 129,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST13 5LZ is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Leek First School
Springfield School
Leek High School
The Meadows School
All Saints CofE First School
St Mary's Catholic Academy
Beresford Memorial CofE First School
Churnet View Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- BALL HAYE GREEN FISH AND CHIPS0.9 km
- ANGKOR WATT0.1 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.2 km
- CHINA GARDEN0.3 km
- Corner Cupboard0.1 km
- + 20 more
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Fresh Beauty0.5 km
- Gerald Harrison Fruit and Veg0.5 km
- H Meakin & Sons Ltd0.3 km
- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.5 km
- HOME BARGAINS0.5 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- PEAK WEAVERS HOTEL0.6 km
- THE GREEN MAN0.5 km
- SILK HOUSE HOTEL0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Cobblers0.4 km
- COCK INN0.5 km
- Den Engel0.6 km
- THE OLD MILL SMOKEHOUSE AND CRAFT ALE BAR0.4 km
- The Roebuck Hotel0.4 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- AJ Catering @ Daisy Haye0.6 km
- BROUGH PARK LEISURE CENTRE0.6 km
- CAFE DELIGHT0.3 km
- COFFEE BEANS CAFE LTD0.3 km
- Coffee#1 Leek0.5 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Asda0.4 km
- ICELAND0.5 km
- LIDL0.4 km
- Aldi0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.1 km
- Longport15.0 km
- Longton15.1 km
Bus Stops
- Parker Street0.2 km
- Parker Street0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135LZ · Data under Open Government Licence