Rhodes Street is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST1 2LY is located in the Birches Head & Northwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stoke-on-Trent Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rhodes Street, Stoke-on-trent, ST1 2LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST1 6LQ, ST1 6LH, ST1 2LU, ST1 6NY, ST1 2LZ, ST1 2LT, ST1 6NX, ST1 2LS, ST1 6NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST1 2LY has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around ST1 2LY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.4% | 49.1% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 33.2% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 4.1% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 10% | -4.9% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 3.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 43.4% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 39.8% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 14% | 10.9% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4.7% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 21.8% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 13.6% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 13.2% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.7% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 16.8% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 23.2% | 13.6% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 2.5% | 4.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93% | 80.2% | -12.8% | 81.4% | -1.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 74.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 74.3% | -20.0% | 83.2% | -8.9% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 12.1% | 9.5% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 74.6% | -19.3% | 83.2% | -8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 5.5% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.5% | 6.6% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 4.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 5.5% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.1% | 76.7% | -12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 4.3% | 0.6% | 3.7% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 8.6% | 0.9% | 7.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rhodes Street was 239.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.0% higher than the Birches Head & Northwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rhodes Street has the 13th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Birches Head & Northwood and the 115th highest crime rate of 842 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Rhodes Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-12-19 | £88,018 |
| 6 Rhodes Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-06-09 | £113,864 |
| 14 Rhodes Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £87,250 | 2018-04-06 | £127,048 |
| 13 Rhodes Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2010-04-23 | £149,171 |
| 14 Rhodes Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2007-11-30 | £123,314 |
ST1 2LY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood and Broom Community Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 641 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 641 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hulton Nursery School Abbey Road , ST2 8AX | - not rated | 1,787 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Nursery School Werrington Road , Bucknall ST2 9AS | - not rated | 2,496 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Boughey Nursery School College Road , Shelton ST4 2DQ | - not rated | 2,817 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy Boulton Street , Birches Head ST1 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 132 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George and St Martin's Catholic Primary School Boulton Street , Birches Head ST1 2NQ | - not rated | 132 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Hamilton Barthomley Road , Birches Head ST1 6NW | 3out of 4 | 198 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamilton Infant School Barthomley Road , Birches Head ST1 6NW | - not rated | 198 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Grove Turner Street , Northwood ST1 2NL | 3out of 4 | 223 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birches Head Academy Birches Head Road , Hanley ST2 8DD | 1out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birches Head Academy Birches Head Road , Hanley ST2 8DD | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holden Lane High School Specialist Sports College Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Excel Academy Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Studio College for Manufacturing and Design Engineering Moorland Road , Burslem ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 2,071 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 2,605 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 3,430 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 3,430 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spruce House School 114 Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6HD | - not rated | 831 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Independent School 4 Geneva Drive , Birches Head ST1 6UW | - not rated | 887 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Unity School Cartwright House , Broad Street ST1 4EU | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Road Academy North Road , Cobridge ST6 2BP | - not rated | 1,657 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Independent School Unit E , Metro Business Park ST1 4AF | - not rated | 1,940 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Ices | Pavilion, Central Forest Park, Chell Street | 217 yd | |
| Salahuddin Restaurant and Bakery | 90 Town Road | 341 yd | |
| Happy Snappin' | 76 Keelings Road | 383 yd | |
| Ali Baba UK | 15 Hillchurch Street | 804 yd | |
| Tasty Lunch | 4 Hillchurch Street | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cheshire Cheese | Cheshire Cheese, 48 Chell Street | 131 yd | |
| The Birches Head | 119/121 Birches Head Road | 144 yd | |
| The Masons Arms | Dilke Street | 340 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Stores | 78 Keelings Road | 382 yd | |
| The Cat Inn | 81 Keelings Road | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat Well | 105 Turner Street | 218 yd | |
| Good Fortune | 41a Hulton Street | 263 yd | |
| Takeaway @ Salahuddin | 90 Town Road | 341 yd | |
| Big J's Butties | 6 Rawlins Street | 393 yd | |
| Northwood Fryer | 92 Lower Mayer Street | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 131a Keelings Road | 470 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Gym (Closed) Chell Street | health and fitness suite | 130 yd |
| Sneyd Green Primary School SNEYD STREET | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| Northwood Stadium NORTHWOOD SPORTS CENTRE NORTHWOOD SPORTS CENTRE KEELINGS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,009 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.