Rectory Road is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST1 4PN is located in the Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton 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 Rectory Road, Stoke-on-trent, ST1 4PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST1 4PW, ST1 4PT, ST1 4LL, ST1 4PU, ST1 4PX, ST1 4LP, ST1 4PP, ST1 4PR, ST1 4LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST1 4PN is primarily male, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 41.8% | 43.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -7.5% |
| Male | 58.2% | 56.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 7.5% |
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 4PN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.8% 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 | 54.3% | 55.8% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.2% | 33.2% | 5.0% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 5.3% | -5.3% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 33.1% | 40.5% | 7.4% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 31.6% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 20.2% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 6.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 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.
In the area around ST1 4PN this area, 47% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.7% | 47% | 5.3% | 18.2% | 28.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 9.8% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 7.5% | -6.3% | 16.9% | -9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 16.5% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 7.2% | 5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 43.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 28.7% | 32.8% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 30.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 5.5% |
| Black African | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 55.8% | 43.7% | -12.1% | 81.4% | -37.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 57.8% 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 | 74.4% | 57.8% | -16.6% | 83.2% | -25.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 13.8% | 12.4% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.6% | 23.5% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 17.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.4% | 57.8% | -16.6% | 83.2% | -25.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 16.8% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.8% | 8.9% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 6.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.7% | 7.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 9.3% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 44.8% | 76.7% | -31.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 5.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 8.1% | 1.5% | 6.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 5.7% | 1.2% | 4.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.9% | 37.2% | -17.3% |
| Christian | 26.9% | 46.2% | -19.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 42.8% | 6.5% | 36.3% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Road was 208.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.4% lower than the Etruria & Hanley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Etruria & Hanley and the 151st highest crime rate of 842 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 147.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Rectory Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-12-12 | £72,486 |
| 9 Rectory Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2018-07-06 | £101,383 |
| 55 Rectory Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2011-04-07 | £108,624 |
| 73 Rectory Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2010-07-23 | £94,392 |
| 12 Rectory Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2010-06-22 | £129,610 |
ST1 4PN area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in ST1 4PN area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Other | 58 |
| Looking after home or family | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 36 |
| Unemployed | 32 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Boughey Nursery School College Road , Shelton ST4 2DQ | - not rated | 913 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood and Broom Community Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkhull Nursery School 4 St Christopher Avenue , Penkhull ST4 5NA | - not rated | 2,539 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Field House Nursery School Munro Street , West End ST4 5HA | - not rated | 2,849 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's CofE Primary School Wood Terrace , Shelton ST1 4LR | - not rated | 203 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE (A) Primary School Wood Terrace , Shelton ST1 4LR | - not rated | 203 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Etruscan Primary School Dundee Road , ST1 4BS | - not rated | 761 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Etruscan Primary School Dundee Road , ST1 4BS | - not rated | 761 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Infants' School Belmont Road , Etruria ST1 4BT | - not rated | 871 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Academy Fenton Manor , Fenton ST4 2RR | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE (A) High School and International Language College Queen's Road , Penkhull ST4 7LG | - not rated | 2,154 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistley Hough High School Newcastle Lane , Penkhull ST4 5JJ | - not rated | 2,582 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistley Hough Academy Thistley Hough , Penkhull ST4 5JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,582 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolstanton High School Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | - not rated | 2,934 yd | Community school | 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 | 509 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 1,593 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 1,593 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group Knutton Lane , ST5 2GB | - not rated | 3,825 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snowhill School 50-58 Snowhill , SHELTON ST1 4LY | - not rated | 184 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edison Pace School Wellesley Street , Shelton ST1 4NF | - not rated | 309 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regent College 77 Shelton New Road , ST4 7AA | - not rated | 361 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emerge School Elgin Chambers, 22-24 Cemetery Road , Shelton ST4 2DL | - not rated | 398 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Registry 2 Cemetery Road , ST4 2DL | - not rated | 536 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirchi | 60 Snow Hill | 149 yd | |
| Clean Food Kitchen | 2 Jordan Street | 176 yd | |
| Chicinos | 37 - 39 Snow Hill | 215 yd | |
| GG’s | Unit 38, Shelton Enterprise Centre, Bedford Street | 240 yd | |
| Chico's and Coffee & Chai | 30 Howard Place | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thyme 2 Dine | Snowhill Conference Centre, Snow Hill | 188 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf Hotel | 5 Sheaf Street | 221 yd | |
| Hanley Masonic Hall Club | Hanley Masonic Club, Snow Hill | 239 yd | |
| Forever 40 | Victoria House, Victoria Square | 418 yd | |
| The Underground | 2 Morley Street | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hello Juice & Desserts | 30 Snow Hill | 149 yd | |
| The Wingz Cartel | 102a Sun Street | 202 yd | |
| Subway | 15 Howard Place | 349 yd | |
| College Grill | 19 Howard Place | 349 yd | |
| Rupz | 110 Broad Street | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayat Superstore | 36-40 Snow Hill | 181 yd | |
| Tesco | Clough Street | 649 yd | |
| Pak Foods | 50 Stoke Road | 764 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 1, Century Retail Park, New Century Street | 921 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke White Rock Speedway WESTHEAD WALK | cycling | 342 yd |
| Shelton Pool (Closed) Simon Place | swimming pool | 499 yd |
| Stoke On Trent College (Cauldon Campus) (Closed) Cauldon Campus Cauldon Campus Stoke Road | health and fitness suite | 508 yd |
| Stoke On Trent College Sports Academy CAULDON CAMPUS CAULDON CAMPUS STOKE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 508 yd |
| Ymca (North Staffordshire) EDINBURGH HOUSE EDINBURGH HOUSE HARDING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 793 yd |
| Hanley Park Cleveland Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 803 yd |
| Quality Fitness TRINITY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 975 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.