Greengate Street is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST16 2JE is located in the Forebridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stafford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greengate Street, Stafford, ST16 2JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST16 2AS, ST16 2JP, ST16 2HN, ST16 2LG, ST16 2JA, ST16 2BA, ST16 2LB, ST16 2JL, ST16 2LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST16 2JE is primarily male, with 59.5% 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 | 41.3% | 40.5% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -10.5% |
| Male | 58.7% | 59.5% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 10.5% |
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 ST16 2JE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.1% 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 | 45.6% | 56.1% | 10.5% | 37.9% | 18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.6% | 17.3% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -26.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 7.7% | 3.7% | -4.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 18.1% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 9.0% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 43.4% | 40% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 37.9% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 14.5% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 6.9% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 17.7% | 13.3% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 11.8% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.4% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 20.7% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 36.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.6% | 94.1% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 84.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 84.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 7.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85% | 84.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 6.6% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 2.4% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greengate Street was 805.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 608.5% higher than the Common average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greengate Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Common and the 4th highest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 331.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57A Greengate Street, Stafford, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £801,000 | 2019-05-17 | £961,385 |
| 55 Greengate Street, Stafford, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2018-07-17 | £424,795 |
| 53 Greengate Street, Stafford, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2015-09-16 | £526,297 |
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Austin's Catholic Primary School Garden Street , ST17 4BT | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Wheeldon Primary Academy Corporation Street , ST16 3LX | 2out of 4 | 995 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School Garden Street , ST17 4BT | 4out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School St Patrick's Catholic Primary School & Nursery , Marston Road ST16 3BT | 2out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Doxey Primary and Nursery School Doxey Road , Doxey ST16 1EG | 2out of 4 | 1,815 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 894 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | 3out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,584 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Graham Balfour High School North Avenue , ST16 1NR | 3out of 4 | 2,656 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Weston Road Academy Blackheath Lane , ST18 0YG | 3out of 4 | 3,326 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy 1a Bailey Street , ST17 4BG | - not rated | 560 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Haven School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | - not rated | 2,660 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhall Nursery Second Avenue , Holmcroft ST16 1PS | 4out of 4 | 2,697 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshlands School Second Avenue , Tillington ST16 1PS | 3out of 4 | 2,700 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Stafford Campus , Beaconside ST18 0AD | - not rated | 2,701 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 50 Greengate Street | 2 yd | |
| Starbucks | 5 Greengate Street | 42 yd | |
| French & Byrne | 9 St Marys Grove | 56 yd | |
| 7 Market Square Ltd | 7 Market Square | 62 yd | |
| The Post House | 35-36 Greengate Street | 95 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bear | 7 Greengate Street | 63 yd | |
| Market Vaults | 4 St Martins Place | 71 yd | |
| The Empourium | 1 Market Street | 132 yd | |
| Ye Olde Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown, 10 Market Street | 147 yd | |
| Bird In Hand | 21 Mill Street | 164 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 58 Greengate Street | 30 yd | |
| The Dog House | 4-5 Martin Street | 67 yd | |
| Tigerbite | 7-8 Mill Street | 188 yd | |
| Premier Pizza | 6 North Walls | 212 yd | |
| Ayo Gorkhali | 34 Mill Bank | 214 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Convy Stores | 47-48 Mill Street | 151 yd | |
| Iceland | 22 Hunters Row | 287 yd | |
| Aldi | Kingsmead Retail Park, North Walls | 294 yd | |
| Marks and Spencer | Unit 11, Block D, Riverside Retail Development, South Walls | 341 yd | |
| Lidl Foodstores | Lidl, Madford Retail Park, Foregate Street | 538 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| I-Motion Gym (Stafford) GUILDHALL SHOPPING CENTRE GUILDHALL SHOPPING CENTRE MARKET SQUARE | health and fitness suite | 143 yd |
| Fit 4 Life Of Stafford (Closed) Salter Street | health and fitness suite | 160 yd |
| Stafford College Earl Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 221 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Stafford) (Closed) UNITS K AND L UNITS K AND L HUNTERS ROW | health and fitness suite | 291 yd |
| Riverside Recreation Centre (Closed) South Walls | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 409 yd |
| Hmp Stafford GAOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 598 yd |
| Gec Social And Athletic Association (Closed) Lichfield Road | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Stafford Leisure Centre Lammascote Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 685 yd |
| Elite 2000 Fitness Centre ST. PATRICKS STREET | health and fitness suite | 697 yd |
| Riverway Sports Ground SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND RIVERWAY | grass pitches | 841 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 | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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.