ST7 1UE is a safe, established residential area on Mere Lake Road, 0.5km from Talke in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Administratively it sits within Talke & Butt Lane ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.
For families considering a move, ST7 1UE represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 69% 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.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 1UE are sourced from Output Area E00150802 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERE LAKE ROAD, ST7 1UE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERE LAKE ROAD, ST7 1UE.
259
43
£ 37,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST7 1UE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 43, ST7 1UE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 ST7 1UE. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 1UE has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Saviour's CofE Academy
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School
Springhead Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- THE OLD QUEENS HEAD0.6 km
- TOBY CARVERY0.9 km
- SWAN INN0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- COSTA COFFEE DRIVE THRU1.0 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- TALKE EXPRESS (MEXO LTD)0.8 km
- UNITY WAY CONVENIENCE0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidsgrove2.0 km
- Alsager2.5 km
- Longport5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Barrie Gardens0.3 km
- West Avenue0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: ST71UE · Data under Open Government Licence