Gordon Crescent is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST1 6BU is located in the Moorcroft & Sneyd Green 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 Gordon Crescent, Stoke-on-trent, ST1 6BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST1 6BT, ST1 6BS, ST1 6HQ, ST1 6BP, ST1 6BW, ST1 6BN, ST1 6HG, ST1 6RD, ST1 6BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST1 6BU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 52.4% | -3.4% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 44.2% | 47.6% | 3.4% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.7% | 39.4% | 9.7% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 42.9% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 8% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 6.9% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 35.2% | 41.5% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 34.3% | -4.4% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 15.5% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 6% | 6.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 6BU this area, 28.7% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.2% | 28.7% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 10.3% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 14.4% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.3% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 17.2% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 19.5% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.5% | 95.6% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 95% | 95.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 95.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gordon Crescent was 128.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.5% lower than the Birches Head & Northwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gordon Crescent has the 32nd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Birches Head & Northwood and the 308th highest crime rate of 842 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Gordon Crescent, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-03-07 | £179,833 |
| 21 Gordon Crescent, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2024-07-24 | £196,016 |
| 3 Gordon Crescent, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2024-06-14 | £175,309 |
| 31 Gordon Crescent, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Other, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2023-05-03 | £178,699 |
| 17 Gordon Crescent, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2023-02-17 | £244,943 |
ST1 6BU 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,224 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hulton Nursery School Abbey Road , ST2 8AX | - not rated | 1,699 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Nursery School Werrington Road , Bucknall ST2 9AS | - not rated | 2,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanfield Nursery School Dolly's Lane , Burslem ST6 7AW | - not rated | 2,741 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Academy Hamilton Barthomley Road , Birches Head ST1 6NW | 3out of 4 | 524 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamilton Infant School Barthomley Road , Birches Head ST1 6NW | - not rated | 524 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy Boulton Street , Birches Head ST1 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 694 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 | 694 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holden Lane Academy Ralph Drive , Sneyd Green ST1 6JS | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 979 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birches Head Academy Birches Head Road , Hanley ST2 8DD | - not rated | 979 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holden Lane High School Specialist Sports College Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Excel Academy Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Studio College for Manufacturing and Design Engineering Moorland Road , Burslem ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 1,765 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 | 3,245 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 4,078 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 4,078 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 | 188 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Independent School 4 Geneva Drive , Birches Head ST1 6UW | - not rated | 666 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Road Academy North Road , Cobridge ST6 2BP | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundation Bridge Academy Stoke-on-Trent College, Burslem Campus B Block , Moorland Road ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valiant School May Street , Burslem ST6 1EL | - not rated | 1,922 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 | 578 yd | |
| Indi Club Run by Helping Angels Charitable Association | Ralph Drive | 604 yd | |
| McDonalds | Norton Park, Leek New Road | 902 yd | |
| Salahuddin Restaurant and Bakery | 90 Town Road | 959 yd | |
| Happy Snappin' | 76 Keelings Road | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sneyd Arms | The Sneyd Arms, Hanley Road | 349 yd | |
| The Birches Head | 119/121 Birches Head Road | 507 yd | |
| The Cheshire Cheese | Cheshire Cheese, 48 Chell Street | 687 yd | |
| The Berwick Inn | Milton Road | 788 yd | |
| Horn & Trumpet | Leek New Road | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental | 78 Milton Road | 235 yd | |
| Tasty Links | 6 Milton Road | 239 yd | |
| Pizzalicious | 154 Hanley Road | 322 yd | |
| Eat Well | 105 Turner Street | 769 yd | |
| Good Fortune | 41a Hulton Street | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 131a Keelings Road | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Gym (Closed) Chell Street | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| Holden Lane Primary School RALPH DRIVE | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Sneyd Green Primary School SNEYD STREET | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Birches Head Academy BIRCHES HEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Stoke) HOLDEN LANE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL HOLDEN LANE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL MILTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 964 yd |
| Holden Lane High School Specialist Sports College (Closed) Milton Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,022 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 | 144.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.