ST7 2HW is a sought-after residential area on Heathwood Drive, 0.5km from Sunnyside in Alsager. Administratively it sits within Alsager ward and the Congleton constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ST7, ST7 2HW offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k, down 0.8% 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 ST7 2HW are sourced from Output Area E00092764 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEATHWOOD DRIVE, ST7 2HW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATHWOOD DRIVE, ST7 2HW.
260
50
£ 48,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST7 2HW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. ST7 2HW's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £250k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 2HW. The average age is 49.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 230,000
8 sales · Mean £ 238,312
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 2HW has low crime rates — 14 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
Alsager School
Pikemere School
Cranberry Academy
St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School
Alsager Highfields Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Alsager Food & Wine0.8 km
- Alsager Pet Stores0.8 km
- Liv's Deli0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Mr Bigz Flavours LTD0.8 km
- Bod Alsager0.8 km
- Chinese Garden0.7 km
- Ey Up Duck0.8 km
- Romazzino0.8 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Flames Kebab House0.8 km
- Papa's Fast Food0.7 km
- Aishah Balti Takeaway1.0 km
- Alsager Delight0.8 km
- Foodbay0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Wilbraham Arms0.5 km
- The Mere Inn0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alsager1.6 km
- Kidsgrove5.2 km
- Sandbach7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Alsager Campus0.1 km
- Bedford Grove0.2 km
- Alsager School0.2 km
- Bedford Grove0.2 km
- Alsager High School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST72HW · Data under Open Government Licence