Postcode Analysis Stafford, West Midlands

BEESTON RIDGE, ST17 9LA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEESTON RIDGE, ST17 9LA.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 36,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ST17 9LA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 42% social renting, ST17 9LA is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 4.2% year-on-year.

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

ST17 9LA is a safe, established residential area on Beeston Ridge, 0.3km from Highfields in Stafford. Administratively it sits within Highfields & Western Downs ward and the Stafford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, ST17 9LA is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 4.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST17 9LA are sourced from Output Area E00151405 (shared with 6 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 ST17 9LA. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.1%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 133,000

1 sales · Mean £ 133,000

Semi-Detached

£ 135,000

10 sales · Mean £ 146,200

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

ST17 9LA has low crime rates — 38 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 offences75
Anti-social behaviour23
Shoplifting17
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Castlechurch Primary School

Requires Improvement260 pupils0.5 km
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Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good137 pupils0.6 km
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King Edward VI High School

Good0.9 km
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Rowley Park Primary Academy

Good188 pupils0.9 km
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Burton Manor Primary School

Good304 pupils1.1 km
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Flash Ley Primary School

Requires Improvement199 pupils1.4 km
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Stafford Manor High School

Good435 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Spar Store0.1 km
  • Westway Butchers0.7 km
  • McColls0.7 km
  • Rowley Park Kiosk0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Highfields Sports & Social Club0.7 km
  • The Oxleathers Pub0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Breakfast at Timothy's0.7 km
  • Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • King Cod0.1 km
  • Highfields Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Oriental Tree0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stafford2.0 km
  • Penkridge7.4 km
  • Norton Bridge9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Oxleathers Court0.1 km
  • Oxleathers Court0.1 km
  • Sundown Road0.1 km
  • Cape Avenue0.2 km
  • Oak Tree Close0.2 km