ST13 5SD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ashcombe Way, 0.3km from Pickwood in Leek. Administratively it sits within Leek East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST13, ST13 5SD offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 80% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k.
Census 2021 statistics for ST13 5SD are sourced from Output Area E00151888 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHCOMBE WAY, ST13 5SD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHCOMBE WAY, ST13 5SD.
388
49
£ 45,400 /yr
40%
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
No single demographic signal dominates ST13 5SD — age 49, 80% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 5SD. The average age is 49.2. 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
£ 330,000
1 sales · Mean £ 330,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST13 5SD has low crime rates — 20 incidents 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
All Saints CofE First School
St Mary's Catholic Academy
Leek First School
Springfield School
The Meadows School
Leek High School
Westwood First School
St Edward's Church of England Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Fresh Beauty0.7 km
- Gerald Harrison Fruit and Veg0.7 km
- H Meakin & Sons Ltd0.6 km
- H MEAKIN AND SONS LTD0.7 km
- HOME BARGAINS0.6 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- PEAK WEAVERS HOTEL0.5 km
- THE GREEN MAN0.4 km
- SILK HOUSE HOTEL0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Cobblers0.6 km
- COCK INN0.7 km
- Den Engel0.7 km
- LEEK GOLF CLUB0.5 km
- THE OLD MILL SMOKEHOUSE AND CRAFT ALE BAR0.4 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- 1440 Capita @ Brittania House0.5 km
- CAFE DELIGHT0.6 km
- COFFEE BEANS CAFE LTD0.6 km
- Coffee#1 Leek0.7 km
- Duck Goose0.8 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Asda1.0 km
- MORRISONS0.8 km
- ICELAND0.6 km
- LIDL0.9 km
- Aldi0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- ANGKOR WATT0.6 km
- BATTERED HADDOCK0.8 km
- CHINA GARDEN0.5 km
- Corner Cupboard0.6 km
- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.8 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton13.1 km
- Longton14.5 km
- Longport14.6 km
Bus Stops
- Ashenhurst Way0.2 km
- Ashenhurst Way0.2 km
- Selbourne Road0.2 km
- Selbourne Road0.3 km
- Britannia House0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ST135SD · Data under Open Government Licence