ST7 1LB is a safe, established residential area on Woodshutts Street, 0.3km from Woodshutts in Kidsgrove. Administratively it sits within Talke & Butt Lane ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.
For families considering a move, ST7 1LB represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £164k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 1LB are sourced from Output Area E00150525 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODSHUTTS STREET, ST7 1LB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODSHUTTS STREET, ST7 1LB.
399
36
£ 37,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST7 1LB 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.
Area Character
ST7 1LB is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 1LB. The average age is 35.8. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 135,000
21 sales · Mean £ 135,200
Terraced
£ 85,500
8 sales · Mean £ 92,618
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 1LB has low crime rates — 42 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
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School
St Saviour's CofE Academy
The King's CofE Academy
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
Dove Bank Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- BUTT LANE PHARMACY AND POST OFFICE0.2 km
- KIDSGROVE ATHLETIC 2000 LIMITED FC0.6 km
- LOWER ASH CONVENIENCE STORE0.4 km
- NEWCASTLE STAFFS FOODBANK0.9 km
- TALKE EXPRESS (MEXO LTD)0.8 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Red Bull0.7 km
- CANAL TAVERN (WET SALES ONLY)0.6 km
- CLOUGH HALL HOTEL0.7 km
- RAILWAY INN0.9 km
- TOBY CARVERY0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- BUTT LANE BAPTIST CHURCH COFFEE SHOP0.4 km
- KIDSGROVE SPORTS CENTRE COMMUNITY GROUP0.7 km
- COSTA COFFEE DRIVE THRU0.4 km
- JESSIE'S COFFEE SHOP AND TEA ROOM0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.1 km
- TESCO0.8 km
- LIDL0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- CHINA RED0.2 km
- THE FISHERMANS CATCH0.2 km
- THE LUNCH BOX0.2 km
- AMIGO'S0.9 km
- HAMILTONS BAKESHOP0.9 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidsgrove0.7 km
- Alsager3.0 km
- Longport5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Banbury Street0.1 km
- Banbury Street0.2 km
- Reginald Mitchell School0.2 km
- Reginald Mitchell School0.2 km
- Cedar Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST71LB · Data under Open Government Licence