Postcode Analysis Cheshire East, North West

EMBERTON ROAD, ST7 2YA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EMBERTON ROAD, ST7 2YA.

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Population

411

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 48,800 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: ST7 2YA 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. ST7 2YA's low deprivation rank, 95% ownership, and £176k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £176k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

ST7 2YA is a sought-after residential area on Emberton Road, 0.1km from Sunnyside in Alsager. Administratively it sits within Alsager ward and the Congleton constituency.

For serious buyers, ST7 2YA is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (52% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 2YA are sourced from Output Area E00184568 (shared with 14 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 2YA. The average age is 31.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 52%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 224,995

17 sales · Mean £ 224,517

Terraced

£ 165,000

9 sales · Mean £ 179,443

Detached

£ 235,412

6 sales · Mean £ 202,635

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

ST7 2YA 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.

Violence and sexual offences20
Anti-social behaviour9
Other theft6
Public order2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Alsager School

Good1583 pupils0.5 km
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Cranberry Academy

Good389 pupils0.6 km
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Pikemere School

Good252 pupils0.6 km
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St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.3 km
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Alsager Highfields Community Primary School

Inadequate230 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Spar1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Papa's Fast Food0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Wilbraham Arms1.0 km
  • The Plough Inn1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Chinese Garden0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alsager2.0 km
  • Kidsgrove5.6 km
  • Sandbach7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Dunnocksfold Road0.3 km
  • Derwent Close0.3 km
  • Derwent Close0.4 km
  • Dunnocksfold Road0.4 km
  • Alsager Campus0.4 km