ST16 1DJ is a sought-after residential area on Castle Bank, 0.2km from Castle Bank in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Rowley ward and the Stafford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST16, ST16 1DJ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 96% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £451k, down 36.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for ST16 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00151530 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CASTLE BANK, ST16 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE BANK, ST16 1DJ.
304
50
£ 52,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST16 1DJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ST16 1DJ combines high owner-occupation (96%), strong property values (£451k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £451k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 36.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST16 1DJ. The average age is 49.9. 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
Detached
£ 422,500
8 sales · Mean £ 404,500
Semi-Detached
£ 535,000
2 sales · Mean £ 535,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST16 1DJ has low crime rates — 13 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
Castlechurch Primary School
King Edward VI High School
Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Rowley Park Primary Academy
Blessed William Howard Catholic School
Doxey Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Spar Store0.9 km
- The Oatcake Kitchen0.8 km
- Spar0.7 km
- Co-operative Pharmacy1.0 km
- Westway Butchers0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Highfields Fish Bar0.7 km
- Oriental Tree0.7 km
- King Cod0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Breakfast at Timothy's0.7 km
- Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Oxleathers Pub0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stafford1.5 km
- Penkridge8.2 km
- Norton Bridge8.4 km
Bus Stops
- Castle Church0.0 km
- Castle Church0.1 km
- Thorneyfields Lane0.2 km
- Thorneyfields Lane0.2 km
- Clarendon Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ST161DJ · Data under Open Government Licence