Croftstead Avenue is in Denstone, Uttoxeter and in East Staffordshire district. ST14 5HJ is located in the Stramshall & Weaver electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Burton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Croftstead Avenue, Denstone, Uttoxeter, ST14 5HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST14 5PN, ST14 5HH, ST14 5DR, ST14 5HS, ST14 5HQ, ST14 5DQ, ST14 5DP, ST14 5GB, ST14 5HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST14 5HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.7% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.3% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 ST14 5HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 20.1% | 20.6% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.8% | 61.3% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.3% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 9.4% | 5.7% | 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 | 49.2% | 47.1% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 37% | 34.7% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 14.5% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 17.1% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7.7% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 14.6% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 4.9% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 16.7% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 37.3% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97% | 97.9% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 97.2% | 96.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.5% | 37.2% | -18.7% |
| Christian | 77.3% | 46.2% | 31.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Croftstead Avenue was 16.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.2% lower than the Blythe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Croftstead Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Blythe and the 39th lowest crime rate of 371 local areas in East Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Croftstead Avenue, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2019-11-26 | £308,867 |
| 7 Croftstead Avenue, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-06-12 | £305,556 |
| 2 Croftstead Avenue, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2016-07-07 | £298,838 |
| 14 Croftstead Avenue, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2016-05-06 | £311,475 |
| 7 Croftstead Avenue, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2015-06-19 | £263,558 |
ST14 5HJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 ST14 5HJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints CofE Academy Denstone Oak Road , Denstone ST14 5HT | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove CofE Academy Ashbourne Road , ST14 5PB | - not rated | 1,847 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Academy Alton Town Head , Alton ST10 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbury CofE Primary School Lid Lane , Norbury DE6 2EG | 3out of 4 | 4,147 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marston Montgomery Primary School Thurvaston Road , Marston Montgomery DE6 2FF | 3out of 4 | 5,313 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,353 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 | 1,798 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 | 862 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotsholme School Rocester , ST14 5BS | - not rated | 3,507 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tavern | The Tavern, College Road | 191 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denstone College | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 916 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% |
| Median download speed | 72 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.