Postcode Analysis Newcastle-under-Lyme, West Midlands

TOLLGATE CLOSE, ST7 1BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOLLGATE CLOSE, ST7 1BH.

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Population

246

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 37,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ST7 1BH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ST7 1BH spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

ST7 1BH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Tollgate Close, 0.2km from Coalpit Hill in Talke and Talke Pits. Administratively it sits within Talke & Butt Lane ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.

For families considering a move, ST7 1BH represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for ST7 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00150804 (shared with 9 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 ST7 1BH. The average age is 51.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 155,500

2 sales · Mean £ 155,500

Detached

£ 185,000

3 sales · Mean £ 178,166

Terraced

£ 130,000

1 sales · Mean £ 130,000

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

ST7 1BH has low crime rates — 27 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 offences57
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order7
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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St Saviour's CofE Academy

Good182 pupils0.3 km
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The Reginald Mitchell Primary School

Good194 pupils0.7 km
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The King's CofE Academy

Good713 pupils1.2 km
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Springhead Primary School

Good197 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • THE OLD QUEENS HEAD0.5 km
  • TOBY CARVERY0.3 km
  • SWAN INN0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • COSTA COFFEE DRIVE THRU0.4 km
  • BUTT LANE BAPTIST CHURCH COFFEE SHOP0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • ROYAL SPICE0.6 km
  • FRYDAY'S0.7 km
  • CHINA RED0.7 km
  • THE FISHERMANS CATCH0.7 km
  • THE LUNCH BOX0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • BUTT LANE FOOD AND WINE0.7 km
  • BUTT LANE PHARMACY AND POST OFFICE0.6 km
  • KIDSGROVE ATHLETIC 2000 LIMITED FC0.7 km
  • LOWER ASH CONVENIENCE STORE0.7 km
  • TALKE EXPRESS (MEXO LTD)0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kidsgrove1.4 km
  • Alsager2.7 km
  • Longport5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Newcastle Road0.1 km
  • Congleton Road0.1 km
  • Newcastle Road0.1 km
  • Congleton Road0.1 km
  • St Saviours School0.2 km