Is ST1 6TE a safe place to live?

Yes, ST1 6TE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 27 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ST1 6TE?

The average property price in ST1 6TE is currently around £190k.

What is the population of ST1 6TE?

The population for the ST1 6TE area is approximately 280 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands

WHYGATE GROVE, ST1 6TE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHYGATE GROVE, ST1 6TE.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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9/10

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8/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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10/10

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5/10

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Area Character

ST1 6TE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £190k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ST1 6TE is a sought-after residential area on Whygate Grove, 0.1km from Birches Head in Stoke-on-Trent. Administratively it sits within Birches Head and Central Forest Park ward and the Stoke-on-Trent Central constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST1, ST1 6TE offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k. 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 ST1 6TE are sourced from Output Area E00072334 (shared with 9 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 ST1 6TE. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.3%

Asian / British Asian5.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 37%

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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 190,000

2 sales · Mean £ 190,000

Semi-Detached

£ 140,750

2 sales · Mean £ 140,750

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

ST1 6TE has low crime rates — 27 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 offences34

Anti-social behaviour9

Possession of weapons6

Criminal damage and arson6

Public order5

school Local Schools

Abbey Hulton Primary School

Good223 pupils0.6 km

Birches Head Academy

Requires Improvement930 pupils0.6 km

Holden Lane Primary School

Good221 pupils0.7 km

Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy

Requires Improvement222 pupils0.8 km

St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy

Good226 pupils0.9 km

Northwood Broom Academy

Good172 pupils1.0 km

Grove Academy

Requires Improvement433 pupils1.1 km

Hamilton Academy

Good149 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby

The Cat Inn1.0 km
The Northwood Inn0.8 km
Cross Guns0.8 km
Abbey Hulton Football Club0.6 km
The Sneyd Arms0.6 km
+ 2 more

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Supermarkets

3 nearby

Co-op Late Shop1.0 km
Co-Operative Food Group Ltd0.9 km
Heron Foods Ltd0.6 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby

Hanley Town Football Club1.0 km
Vintage Snack Bar0.6 km
Lunch Box Cafe0.7 km
Sid's Snack Shack0.6 km
Double J’s1.0 km
+ 2 more

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby

Abbey Hulton Supermarket0.6 km
Miltons (Chemist) Ltd0.6 km
Newhouse Stores1.0 km
Nisa Local0.9 km
Northwood Stores1.0 km
+ 7 more

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby

Big J's Butties0.9 km
Catch Of the Day0.8 km
Ruby Takeaway0.6 km
Spice Mill0.6 km
Abbey Fryer Fish Bar0.6 km
+ 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Stoke-On-Trent3.6 km
Longport4.3 km
Longton5.2 km

Bus Stops

Shops0.1 km
Earlswood Road0.2 km
Delius Grove0.3 km
Athena Road0.3 km
Birches Head Road0.4 km