Postcode Analysis Newcastle-under-Lyme, West Midlands

WESTWOOD ROAD, ST5 0DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTWOOD ROAD, ST5 0DF.

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Population

259

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 41,200 /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: ST5 0DF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 40, ST5 0DF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £148k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

ST5 0DF is a safe, established residential area on Westwood Road, 0.5km from Porthill in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Administratively it sits within Wolstanton ward and the Newcastle-under-Lyme constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £148k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 1.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST5 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00150869 (shared with 5 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 ST5 0DF. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 124,250

10 sales · Mean £ 126,550

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

ST5 0DF has low crime rates — 33 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 offences76
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson19
Other theft11
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Ellison Primary Academy

Good380 pupils0.2 km
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Oaklands Nursery School

Outstanding36 pupils0.3 km
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St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School

Good235 pupils0.6 km
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St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School

Good393 pupils0.7 km
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The Orme Academy

Requires Improvement726 pupils1.0 km
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Merryfields School

Good107 pupils1.2 km
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May Bank Infants' School

Outstanding178 pupils1.3 km
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Sun Academy Bradwell

Good185 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • CRICKETERS ARMS0.9 km
  • THE ARCHER0.6 km
  • WOLSTANTON BOWLING CLUB LTD0.6 km
  • The White Swan1.0 km
  • POTTERS WHEEL0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • CAFE PAUSA0.8 km
  • STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY UK LIMITED0.8 km
  • Steelite International1.0 km
  • The Packing House Café0.8 km
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • ASDA0.7 km
  • MARKS & SPENCER0.7 km
  • ASDA0.4 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Longport Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Porthill Service Station0.8 km
  • Longport News1.0 km
  • BRADWELL LODGE - KEV'S CATERING0.7 km
  • BROCKLEYS PUDDINGS0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Longport Stores0.9 km
  • CURRY HUT TANDOORI0.4 km
  • EASTERN CHINESE0.3 km
  • MELLORS OATCAKES0.7 km
  • PORTHILL FISH & CHIPS0.6 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Longport0.8 km
  • Stoke-On-Trent3.7 km
  • Kidsgrove6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Marsh Avenue0.3 km
  • Marsh Avenue0.3 km
  • Morris Square0.4 km
  • Morris Square0.4 km
  • St Andrew's Church0.5 km