ST7 2LJ is a sought-after residential area on Marsh Lane, 0.2km from Cranberry Moss in Alsager. Administratively it sits within Alsager ward and the Congleton constituency.
For serious buyers, ST7 2LJ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 88% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k. 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 2LJ are sourced from Output Area E00092788 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARSH LANE, ST7 2LJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARSH LANE, ST7 2LJ.
322
42
£ 48,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST7 2LJ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. ST7 2LJ's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £255k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £255k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 2LJ. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 255,000
1 sales · Mean £ 255,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 2LJ has low crime rates — 15 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
Cranberry Academy
Alsager School
Pikemere School
St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Spar0.4 km
- Hall Farm Shop0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Courtyard Cafe0.6 km
- Chinese Garden0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Papa's Fast Food0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Plough Inn0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alsager2.0 km
- Kidsgrove5.6 km
- Crewe7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Cranberry Close0.1 km
- Wood Drive0.1 km
- Wood Drive0.1 km
- Cranberry Close0.1 km
- Derwent Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST72LJ · Data under Open Government Licence