ST8 6DU is a safe, established residential area on Albert Street, 0.3km from Biddulph in Biddulph. Administratively it sits within Biddulph East ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 38.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for ST8 6DU are sourced from Output Area E00151661 (shared with 81 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBERT STREET, ST8 6DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBERT STREET, ST8 6DU.
272
43
£ 37,500 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ST8 6DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates ST8 6DU — age 43, 82% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £166k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 38.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST8 6DU. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
7 sales · Mean £ 184,657
Terraced
£ 124,000
9 sales · Mean £ 120,553
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around ST8 6DU is moderate at 53 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
Kingsfield First School
Squirrel Hayes First School
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy
Oxhey First School
James Bateman Middle School
Woodhouse Academy
Knypersley First School
Biddulph High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Biddulph Youth and Community Centre0.7 km
- HIGH SPIRITS0.2 km
- B & M Bargains0.3 km
- CAKES BY MILLRISE0.2 km
- OWENS FAMILY BUTCHERS LTD0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Roaring Meg0.9 km
- BRADLEY GREEN0.3 km
- Old Sam's0.1 km
- The Crafty Flanker0.2 km
- Barley Mow0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Mexitalia0.2 km
- SHEPHERD STREET CHIP SHOP0.4 km
- GRANGE FISH BAR0.7 km
- HOSI FISH AND CHIPS0.2 km
- RUPEYAL0.1 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- SUKIS0.2 km
- CAFE VITA @ BIDDULPH VALLEY LEISURE CENTRE0.4 km
- ONTAP0.3 km
- Turmeric Indian restaurant and dessert bar0.2 km
- BIDDULPH CAFE0.2 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Daily Mini Market0.2 km
- J.Sainsburys PLC0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton4.7 km
- Kidsgrove5.9 km
- Alsager8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Roebuck Hotel0.1 km
- Albert Street0.1 km
- Cromwell Street0.2 km
- Kingsfield Crescent0.2 km
- Kingsfield Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ST86DU · Data under Open Government Licence