ST5 1HY is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Brampton, The in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Administratively it sits within May Bank ward and the Newcastle-under-Lyme constituency.
For families considering a move, ST5 1HY represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for ST5 1HY are sourced from Output Area E00150724 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST5 1HY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST5 1HY.
310
42
£ 34,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
ST5 1HY is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST5 1HY. The average age is 42.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST5 1HY is above average at 91 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
Hassell Primary School
Harpfield Primary Academy
St John Fisher Catholic College
May Bank Infants' School
Blackfriars Academy
Hempstalls Primary School
St Giles' and St George's Church of England Academy
Merryfields School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- JAMES STONE & SON LTD0.6 km
- MAGISTRATES COURT0.4 km
- NEWCASTLE FOOD & WINE0.7 km
- NEWCASTLE STAFFS FOODBANK0.2 km
- PEOPLE'S PANTRY0.7 km
- + 47 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- BOROUGH ARMS HOTEL0.1 km
- CLAYHANGER GUEST HOUSE0.1 km
- TRAVELODGE0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
39 nearby- CAPPELLO LOUNGE0.6 km
- CASTLE MONA0.8 km
- LONDON ROAD BOWLING CLUB1.0 km
- RIGGER ROCK VENUE LIMITED0.4 km
- THE BLACK FRIAR0.7 km
- + 34 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- FAMILY BAKERY CAFE0.7 km
- GREEN GRAMS0.5 km
- COMMUNITY JUNCTION CAFE0.3 km
- COSTA0.5 km
- Cinnamon Tree0.7 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- ALDI STORES LTD0.8 km
- LIDL0.8 km
- WM MORRISON SUPERMARKETS LIMITED0.9 km
- HERON FOODS0.5 km
- NEWCASTLE MINI MARKET0.3 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
42 nearby- BELLA VISTA PIZZA & PASTA0.7 km
- FAVOURITE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.2 km
- THE ONE NOODLE BAR0.2 km
- THE TASTE OF SPICE INDIAN TAKE AWAY0.3 km
- Bing Xian House1.0 km
- + 37 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stoke-On-Trent2.7 km
- Longport3.0 km
- Longton6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Borough Arms Hotel0.1 km
- Borough Arms Hotel0.1 km
- Granville Avenue0.2 km
- Granville Avenue0.2 km
- Sidmouth Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST51HY · Data under Open Government Licence