ST7 3EX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Elmwood Close, 0.5km from Lawton-gate in Alsager. Administratively it sits within Odd Rode ward and the Congleton constituency.
For families considering a move, ST7 3EX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £208k, up 38.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 3EX are sourced from Output Area E00092936 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELMWOOD CLOSE, ST7 3EX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMWOOD CLOSE, ST7 3EX.
498
49
£ 44,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST7 3EX 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
ST7 3EX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 38.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 3EX. The average age is 49.3. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 225,000
3 sales · Mean £ 214,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 3EX has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Church Lawton School
Excalibur Primary School
Alsager Highfields Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Lawton Arms0.3 km
- Alsager Golf Club1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alsager1.1 km
- Kidsgrove2.9 km
- Longport7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Lawton Arms0.1 km
- Lawton Arms0.2 km
- Lawton Arms0.2 km
- Linley Lane0.2 km
- Linley Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST73EX · Data under Open Government Licence