ST5 6BX is a safe, established residential area on High Street, 0.3km from Knutton in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Administratively it sits within Silverdale ward and the Newcastle-under-Lyme constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £65k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for ST5 6BX are sourced from Output Area E00150659 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, ST5 6BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, ST5 6BX.
297
40
£ 36,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 40, ST5 6BX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £65k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST5 6BX. The average age is 40.0. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 60,000
2 sales · Mean £ 60,000
Semi-Detached
£ 76,000
1 sales · Mean £ 76,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST5 6BX is moderate at 50 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
Cedars - Newcastle, Moorlands and Darwin Bases
Knutton St Marys CofE Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St John Fisher Catholic College
Silverdale Primary Academy
Hempstalls Primary School
St Giles' and St George's Church of England Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- ALLSORTS0.4 km
- BARMY BILLS0.1 km
- CATER 40.0 km
- CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CENTRE (CAFE)0.9 km
- SCONE - TEA PARTY CATERING LTD0.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- MASONS ARMS0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- STARBUCKS COFFEE SHOP0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- WM MORRISONS SUPERMARKETS LIMITED0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- CHICKOZ0.8 km
- DAVE'S FISH BAR0.4 km
- OATILICIOUS0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Longport3.3 km
- Stoke-On-Trent4.8 km
- Kidsgrove7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Gordon Court0.2 km
- St Mary's Church0.2 km
- Gordon Court0.2 km
- St Mary's Church0.2 km
- Memorial0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST56BX · Data under Open Government Licence