Leek Road is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST1 6AP 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 Leek Road, Stoke-on-trent, ST1 6AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST1 6AT, ST1 6AN, ST1 6AQ, ST1 6AW, ST1 6AL, ST1 6AR, ST2 8AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST1 6AP has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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 | 47.5% | 47% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 52.5% | 53% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 6AP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.5% 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 | 34.4% | 44.5% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 38.6% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10% | 6.8% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 39.1% | 35.3% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -13.1% |
| Good health | 38% | 45.9% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 12.3% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38% | 25.8% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 13.3% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 18.5% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 11.6% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 8.6% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -8.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 21% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 93.2% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.8% | 92% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.9% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 93.1% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.5% | 13.5% | 13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leek Road was 109.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% lower than the Abbey Hulton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leek Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Abbey Hulton and the 378th highest crime rate of 842 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1047 Leek Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2026-02-19 | £115,000 |
| 1023 Leek Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-11-21 | £108,393 |
| 1015 Leek Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2025-07-18 | £82,500 |
| 1077 Leek Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2024-12-16 | £106,657 |
| 1031 Leek Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-12-05 | £113,906 |
ST1 6AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hulton Nursery School Abbey Road , ST2 8AX | - not rated | 1,125 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Nursery School Werrington Road , Bucknall ST2 9AS | - not rated | 1,230 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentilee Nursery School Dawlish Drive , Bentilee ST2 0HW | - not rated | 2,364 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marychurch CofE (C) Primary School Piggott Grove , Bucknall ST2 9BZ | - not rated | 732 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy Abbey Lane , Abbey Hulton ST2 8AU | 4out of 4 | 839 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Primary School Abbey Lane , Abbey Hulton ST2 8AU | - not rated | 839 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Northwood Keelings Road , Northwood ST1 6QA | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood Broom Community School Keelings Road , Northwood ST1 6QA | - not rated | 842 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,530 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birches Head Academy Birches Head Road , Hanley ST2 8DD | - not rated | 1,530 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berry Hill High School and Sports College Arbourfield Drive , Bucknall ST2 9LR | - not rated | 1,540 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mitchell High School Business & Enterprise College Corneville Road , Bucknall ST2 9EY | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holden Lane High School Specialist Sports College Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | - not rated | 2,310 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 | 2,707 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 3,132 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 3,132 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ed-Start Bucknall Youth and Community Centre , Willeton Street ST2 9JA | - not rated | 936 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merit Hospital School and Medical Pupil Referral Unit Willeton Street , Bucknall ST2 9JA | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfriars College Castle Grove , Newhouse Road ST2 8BH | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhouse Special School Newhouse Road , Bucknall ST2 8BH | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cedar Independent School 4 Geneva Drive , Birches Head ST1 6UW | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanley Town Football Club | Abbey Lane | 523 yd | |
| Goodwin Plc | Goodwin House, Leek Road | 867 yd | |
| Sid's Snack Shack | 1415 Leek Road | 1,007 yd | |
| New Cafe | Newfriars College, Castle Grove | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Finney Gardens | Bucknall Road | 457 yd | |
| The Northwood Inn | 55 Botany Bay Road | 590 yd | |
| J&G Meakin Cricket Club | Ivy House Road | 673 yd | |
| Cross Guns | 19 Vincent Street | 793 yd | |
| The Trent Tavern | Dividy Road | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Great Wall | 33 Werrington Road | 493 yd | |
| Subway | Trent Service Station, 4 Ruxley Road | 606 yd | |
| Bucknall Express and Gelatoxpress / Togo Pizza | 25 Dividy Road | 727 yd | |
| £1 Baguettes and Pies | 23 Dividy Road | 727 yd | |
| Catch Of the Day | 28 Vincent Street | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | 800 Leek Road | 606 yd | |
| Asda | Werrington Road | 790 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 131a Keelings Road | 963 yd | |
| Heron Foods Ltd | 1349 Leek Road | 1,007 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bucknall Park Northfleet Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 274 yd |
| Hanley Town Fc (Potteries Park) HANLEY TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB HANLEY TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB ABBEY LANE | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| Northwood Stadium NORTHWOOD SPORTS CENTRE NORTHWOOD SPORTS CENTRE KEELINGS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 562 yd |
| Our Lady And St Benedict Catholic Academy ABBEY LANE | grass pitches | 831 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 | 126.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.