Postcode Analysis Stafford, West Midlands

ST16 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST16 1DN.

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Population

245

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 52,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: ST16 1DN 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, ST16 1DN combines high owner-occupation (80%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ST16 1DN is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Castle Bank in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Highfields & Western Downs ward and the Stafford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST16, ST16 1DN offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. 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 47 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00151410 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST16 1DN. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

ST16 1DN has low crime rates — 17 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.

Violence and sexual offences32
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order5
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Castlechurch Primary School

Requires Improvement260 pupils0.6 km
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King Edward VI High School

Good0.6 km
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Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good137 pupils0.9 km
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Rowley Park Primary Academy

Good188 pupils1.2 km
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Blessed William Howard Catholic School

Good914 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Spar Store0.9 km
  • The Oatcake Kitchen0.8 km
  • Co-operative Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Westway Butchers0.6 km
  • McColls0.6 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Highfields Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Oriental Tree0.6 km
  • King Cod0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Oxleathers Pub0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Breakfast at Timothy's0.6 km
  • Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre0.1 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 Lane0.3 km
  • Clarendon Drive0.3 km