The Orchard is in Alton, Stoke-On-Trent and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST10 4DA is located in the Alton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Orchard, Alton, Stoke-on-trent, ST10 4DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST10 4BL, ST10 4BH, ST10 4DJ, ST10 4BJ, ST10 4BA, ST10 4BB, ST10 4AR, ST10 4PD, ST10 4AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST10 4DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.9% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.1% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of ST10 4DA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.1% | 20.4% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.2% | 63.4% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 19.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7.2% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 48.9% | 46.3% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 36.1% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 13.2% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 18.1% | 13.2% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 9.4% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 18.5% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 10.2% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42% | 42.3% | 0.3% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.4% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 97.4% | 95.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 95.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 76.7% | 16.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.1% | 37.2% | -13.1% |
| Christian | 68.8% | 46.2% | 22.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Orchard was 6.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.9% lower than the Alton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Orchard has the lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Alton and the 15th lowest crime rate of 316 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greensance The Orchard, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2008-12-12 | £490,872 |
ST10 4DA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST10 4DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Academy Alton Town Head , Alton ST10 4AW | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Academy Denstone Oak Road , Denstone ST14 5HT | 3out of 4 | 3,589 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley Primary School School Drive , Oakamoor ST10 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 3,856 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Faber Catholic Primary School Cotton Lane , Cotton ST10 3DN | 3out of 4 | 4,261 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove CofE Academy Ashbourne Road , ST14 5PB | - not rated | 4,763 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The JCB Academy Mill Street , ST14 5JX | 3out of 4 | 5,202 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryecroft CofE Middle School Ashbourne Road , ST14 5PB | 3out of 4 | 4,717 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denstone College Denstone , ST14 5HN | - not rated | 2,752 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAMBLERS RETREAT | Red Road, Alton | 633 yd | |
| Aramark @ Splash Landings Adventure Cave | Farley Lane, Farley | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls Head Inn | High Street, Alton | 395 yd | |
| White Hart Hotel | High Street, Alton | 395 yd | |
| TALBOT INN | Station Road, Alton | 601 yd | |
| Alton Bridge Hotel | Station Road, Alton | 601 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alton Village Hall HURSTONS LANE | grass pitches | 238 yd |
| St Peters C Of E (A) First School Pitch Hurstons Lane | grass pitches | 380 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.