ST7 4HS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Windmill Avenue, 0.6km from Clough Hall in Kidsgrove. Administratively it sits within Kidsgrove & Ravenscliffe ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.
For families considering a move, ST7 4HS represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 58) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £193k, down 3.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 4HS are sourced from Output Area E00172347 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WINDMILL AVENUE, ST7 4HS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINDMILL AVENUE, ST7 4HS.
206
58
£ 43,100 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 91% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, ST7 4HS is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 3.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 4HS. The average age is 57.8. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 186,250
10 sales · Mean £ 180,125
Detached
£ 184,000
9 sales · Mean £ 181,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 4HS has low crime rates — 32 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
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
The King's CofE Academy
Dove Bank Primary School
Goldenhill Primary Academy
Kidsgrove Primary School
Kidsgrove Secondary School
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- KIDSGROVE ROTARY FOOD HUB0.6 km
- S. KING QUALITY BUTCHERS0.7 km
- ARIS MINI MART0.7 km
- PARK STORES0.7 km
- THE JOLLY BREWER0.6 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- THE VICTORIA TAP ROOM0.5 km
- KIDSGROVE LABOUR CLUB0.6 km
- QUEENS HEAD INN0.6 km
- Travellers Rest0.9 km
- CLOUGH HALL HOTEL0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- THE JOLLY KITCHEN0.6 km
- KIDSGROVE SPORTS CENTRE COMMUNITY GROUP0.8 km
- JESSIE'S COFFEE SHOP AND TEA ROOM0.7 km
- KIDSGROVE SKI CENTRE0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- AMIGO'S0.7 km
- HAMILTONS BAKESHOP0.6 km
- LEONS TRADITIONAL FISH & CHIPS0.6 km
- CHUCKS PERI PERI0.6 km
- KASS KEBAB HOUSE0.6 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- ALDI0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidsgrove0.8 km
- Alsager4.4 km
- Longport4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Poplar Drive0.0 km
- Windmill Avenue0.2 km
- Windmill Avenue0.2 km
- Mount Road0.3 km
- Stonebank Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: ST74HS · Data under Open Government Licence