ST5 7TN is a sought-after residential area on Checkley Road, 0.3km from Springwood in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Administratively it sits within Crackley & Red Street ward and the Newcastle-under-Lyme constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST5, ST5 7TN offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 93% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k, down 11.6% year-on-year. 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 ST5 7TN are sourced from Output Area E00150552 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHECKLEY ROAD, ST5 7TN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHECKLEY ROAD, ST5 7TN.
329
40
£ 43,900 /yr
58%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. ST5 7TN's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £258k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 11.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST5 7TN. The average age is 39.7. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 226,000
13 sales · Mean £ 226,307
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST5 7TN has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
Crackley Bank Primary School
St Chad's CofE (C) Primary School
Wood Lane Primary School
Chesterton Community Sports College
Chesterton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.5 km
- KENT GROVE COMMUNITY LIVING SCHEME0.8 km
- MITCHELL'S WOOD FARM SHOP0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- WATERHAYES FISH BAR0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- THE ROEBUCK1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Longport3.2 km
- Kidsgrove4.3 km
- Alsager5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Aston Road0.1 km
- Robin Hood Farm0.1 km
- Aston Road0.2 km
- Robin Hood Farm0.2 km
- Springwood Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST57TN · Data under Open Government Licence