Postcode Analysis Staffordshire Moorlands, West Midlands

STATION ROAD, ST8 6BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, ST8 6BT.

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Population

446

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 37,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ST8 6BT — age 40, 75% ownership, 22% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £164k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 28.4% year-on-year.

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

ST8 6BT is a safe, established residential area on Station Road, 0.4km from Gillow Heath in Biddulph. Administratively it sits within Biddulph West ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £164k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 28.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST8 6BT are sourced from Output Area E00151705 (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 ST8 6BT. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Terraced

£ 108,000

15 sales · Mean £ 111,753

Semi-Detached

£ 212,000

7 sales · Mean £ 213,785

Detached

£ 300,000

1 sales · Mean £ 300,000

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

ST8 6BT has low crime rates — 43 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 offences56
Anti-social behaviour42
Criminal damage and arson21
Public order16
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Kingsfield First School

Good228 pupils0.7 km
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Woodhouse Academy

Good464 pupils1.0 km
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Oxhey First School

Good214 pupils1.2 km
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Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy

Outstanding118 pupils1.3 km
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Squirrel Hayes First School

Good87 pupils1.3 km
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Knypersley First School

Outstanding297 pupils1.4 km
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James Bateman Middle School

Good398 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Mexitalia0.6 km
  • SHEPHERD STREET CHIP SHOP0.9 km
  • GRANGE FISH BAR0.6 km
  • HOSI FISH AND CHIPS0.7 km
  • RUPEYAL0.4 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • HIGH SPIRITS0.7 km
  • B & M Bargains0.6 km
  • CAKES BY MILLRISE0.4 km
  • OWENS FAMILY BUTCHERS LTD0.6 km
  • Povey's Oatcakes0.4 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Biddulph Bowling and Recreational Club1.0 km
  • BRADLEY GREEN0.6 km
  • Old Sam's0.4 km
  • The Crafty Flanker0.4 km
  • ROYAL OAK0.4 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • SUKIS0.4 km
  • CAFE VITA @ BIDDULPH VALLEY LEISURE CENTRE0.6 km
  • ONTAP0.6 km
  • Turmeric Indian restaurant and dessert bar0.4 km
  • BIDDULPH CAFE0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Daily Mini Market0.4 km
  • J.Sainsburys PLC0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Congleton4.2 km
  • Kidsgrove6.0 km
  • Alsager8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Playing Field0.2 km
  • Craigside0.2 km
  • Moorlands Housing0.3 km
  • Moorlands Housing0.3 km
  • Brook Gardens0.4 km