Is ST7 3EJ a safe place to live?

Yes, ST7 3EJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ST7 3EJ?

The average property price in ST7 3EJ is currently around £206k.

What is the population of ST7 3EJ?

The population for the ST7 3EJ area is approximately 292 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cheshire East, North West

BRATTSWOOD DRIVE, ST7 3EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRATTSWOOD DRIVE, ST7 3EJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

292

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,500 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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8/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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7/10

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5/10

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10/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Average age 61, 95% owned. ST7 3EJ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 37.7% year-on-year.

home £206,444 median price shield Safety 9/10

verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ST7 3EJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Brattswood Drive, 0.3km from Lawton-gate in Alsager. Administratively it sits within Brereton Rural ward and the Congleton constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An established, mature community with an average age of 61 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £206k, down 37.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST7 3EJ are sourced from Output Area E00092938 (shared with 13 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 3EJ. The average age is 60.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

34%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 206,500

10 sales · Mean £ 226,775

Detached

£ 200,500

2 sales · Mean £ 200,500

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

ST7 3EJ has low crime rates — 11 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 offences12

Anti-social behaviour1

Burglary1

Criminal damage and arson1

Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

Church Lawton School

Good67 pupils0.2 km

Rode Heath Primary School

Good228 pupils1.3 km

Alsager Highfields Community Primary School

Inadequate230 pupils1.4 km

Excalibur Primary School

Outstanding215 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Lawton Arms0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Rode Heath Post Office & Store1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Alsager1.4 km
Kidsgrove3.2 km
Longport8.2 km

Bus Stops

Woodgate Avenue0.1 km
Woodgate Avenue0.1 km
Meadow Way0.1 km
Meadow Way0.1 km
Brown Avenue0.2 km