ST7 4YJ is a safe, established residential area on Lark Avenue, 0.2km from Trubshaw in Kidsgrove. Administratively it sits within Newchapel & Mow Cop ward and the Stoke-on-Trent North constituency.
For families considering a move, ST7 4YJ represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £219k.
Census 2021 statistics for ST7 4YJ are sourced from Output Area E00150645 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LARK AVENUE, ST7 4YJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LARK AVENUE, ST7 4YJ.
330
38
£ 43,100 /yr
65%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. ST7 4YJ spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST7 4YJ. The average age is 38.1. 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
£ 190,000
3 sales · Mean £ 182,665
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ST7 4YJ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Thursfield Primary School
Packmoor Ormiston Academy
Kidsgrove Secondary School
Kidsgrove Primary School
Dove Bank Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- A&R MENU0.5 km
- BARGAIN BOOZE0.8 km
- CO-OPERATIVE FOOD0.9 km
- WHITEHILL LUNCHEON CLUB & FOOTSTEPS CAFE0.9 km
- NEWSWISE0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- ROYAL OAK0.9 km
- ROBIN HOOD0.8 km
- THE GRAPES0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- WING HING HOUSE0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- NEWCHAPEL BUTTY BAR0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidsgrove2.3 km
- Alsager5.7 km
- Longport5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Pennyfields Road0.3 km
- Jasmine Crescent0.3 km
- High Street0.3 km
- High Street0.3 km
- Thursfield Lodge0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: ST74YJ · Data under Open Government Licence