ST16 1DB is a safe, established residential area on Newport Road, 0.2km from Dean's Hill in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Highfields & Western Downs ward and the Stafford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £237k, up 2.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST16 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00151522 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWPORT ROAD, ST16 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWPORT ROAD, ST16 1DB.
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38
£ 52,400 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 38, ST16 1DB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 2.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST16 1DB. The average age is 37.8. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
12 sales · Mean £ 242,583
Terraced
£ 184,027
4 sales · Mean £ 187,013
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST16 1DB has low crime rates — 32 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
King Edward VI High School
Blessed William Howard Catholic School
Castlechurch Primary School
Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Rowley Park Primary Academy
Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy
St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School
St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Gym &Tonic0.5 km
- The Oatcake Kitchen0.1 km
- W H Smith0.9 km
- Co-operative Pharmacy0.3 km
- Westway Butchers0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Stafford Bowling Club0.6 km
- The Kings Horse0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Highfields Fish Bar0.4 km
- Oriental Tree0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Breakfast at Timothy's0.5 km
- Gourmet Coffee Bar and Kitchen Ltd0.9 km
- Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre0.7 km
- The Play Shed0.9 km
- Eurest c/o Royal Mail0.8 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stafford0.9 km
- Penkridge8.4 km
- Norton Bridge8.4 km
Bus Stops
- Oakbrook Close0.0 km
- Oakbrook Close0.1 km
- Deanshill Close0.2 km
- Deanshill Close0.2 km
- Masefield Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST161DB · Data under Open Government Licence