Albion Street is in Leek and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST13 5NL is located in the Leek South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Albion Street, Leek, ST13 5NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST13 5PU, ST13 5NT, ST13 5NN, ST13 5NJ, ST13 5NW, ST13 5NH, ST13 5PT, ST13 5DE, ST13 5NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST13 5NL is primarily male, with 58.9% 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 | 51.7% | 41.1% | -10.6% | 51.0% | -9.9% |
| Male | 48.3% | 58.9% | 10.6% | 49.0% | 9.9% |
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 | 28.7% | 34.6% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 39.2% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 3.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 14.4% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 6.5% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 40.7% | 39.6% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 33.3% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 17.2% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 8.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 ST13 5NL this area, 28.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 28.5% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 6.6% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 14.6% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 6% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 13.2% | -2.6% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 27.8% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 96.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 98.6% | 95.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 95.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 76.7% | -11.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.5% | 13.5% | 19.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albion Street was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% lower than the Leek East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albion Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Leek East and the 48th highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Albion Street, Leek, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-03-28 | £169,672 |
| 12 Albion Street, Leek, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-02-02 | £156,935 |
| 6 Albion Street, Leek, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,501 | 2021-10-29 | £134,946 |
| 14 Albion Street, Leek, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,250 | 2021-03-24 | £117,127 |
| 19 Albion Street, Leek, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2017-06-30 | £205,335 |
ST13 5NL 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.
| Retired | 42 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Academy Cruso Street , ST13 8BW | 3out of 4 | 299 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE First School Cheadle Road , ST13 5QY | 3out of 4 | 577 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood First School Westwood Road , ST13 8DL | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leek First School East Street , ST13 6LF | 3out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Academy Wallbridge Drive , ST13 8JG | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leek High School Springfield Road , ST13 6EU | 3out of 4 | 1,352 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood College Westwood Park , ST13 8NP | 3out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Church of England Academy Westwood Road , ST13 8DN | 2out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churnet View Middle School Churnet View , ST13 6PU | 3out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield School Springfield Road , ST13 6LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School Springfield Road , ST13 6EU | 3out of 4 | 1,352 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Active Wellbeing School Longsdon Memorial Hall , Leek Road ST9 9QF | - not rated | 2,786 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopedale School Hopedale House , ST13 7ED | - not rated | 3,621 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horton Lodge Community Special School Rudyard , ST13 8RB | 3out of 4 | 4,700 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Diner | Pickwood Road, Leek | 298 yd | |
| The Street Restaurant and Grill | 9 Russell Street, Leek | 345 yd | |
| LION HOUSE TEA ROOMS | 4 Russell Street, Leek | 379 yd | |
| MARYS SNACK BAR | Market Place, Leek | 405 yd | |
| Coffee#1 Leek | 2-4 Derby Street, Leek | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobblers | 1-5 Russell Street, Leek | 356 yd | |
| BREWCES | 17 Stanley Street, Leek | 391 yd | |
| Den Engel | 11-13 Stanley Street, Leek | 398 yd | |
| The Roebuck Hotel | 18 Derby Street, Leek | 400 yd | |
| THE VALIANT INN | 3 Stanley Street, Leek | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEORGE'S TRADITION | Broad Street, Leek | 228 yd | |
| LEEK OATCAKES | 2 Haywood Street, Leek | 271 yd | |
| CHINA GARDEN | 18 Haywood Street, Leek | 316 yd | |
| SCORPIO | 69 Haywood Street, Leek | 416 yd | |
| SUBWAY | 32 Derby Street, Leek | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICELAND | Pickwood Road, Leek | 298 yd | |
| Aldi | 65 Haywood Street, Leek | 419 yd | |
| MORRISONS | Newcastle Road, Leek | 595 yd | |
| LIDL | Portland Street North, Leek | 872 yd | |
| Asda | Springfield Road, Leek | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Future Fitness (Staffordshire) (Closed) Salisbury Street | health and fitness suite | 513 yd |
| Genetix Bodybuilding And Strongman Gym (Closed) Clerk Bank | health and fitness suite | 616 yd |
| Leek College Of Further Education And School Of Art (Closed) Stockwell Street | health and fitness suite | 621 yd |
| Haven Ladies Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Cross Street Mill Cross Street Mill Cross Street | health and fitness suite | 654 yd |
| Brough Park Leisure Centre BALL HAYE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 977 yd |
| Leek And District Table Tennis Centre Mill Street | 1,074 yd | |
| Birchall Playing Fields BIRCHALL PLAYING FIELDS BIRCHALL PLAYING FIELDS CHEDDLETON ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| 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 | 71.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.