Richards Avenue is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST16 3FE is located in the Littleworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stafford. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Richards Avenue, Stafford, ST16 3FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST16 3FD, ST16 3FA, ST16 3PL, ST16 3RR, ST16 3FB, ST16 3PJ, ST16 3PH, ST16 3RP, ST16 3LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST16 3FE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 51.5% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 52.3% | 48.5% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 27% | 39.4% | 12.4% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 25.6% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -18.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 4.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 18.9% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 19.5% | 11.7% | -7.8% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.3% | 34% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 29.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 24.8% | 21.5% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 8.8% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 10.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 6.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 ST16 3FE this area, 30.3% 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 | 42% | 30.3% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 9% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 12.9% | 3.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 12.9% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 29.8% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 5% | 2.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 5% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 90.1% | 92% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 89.2% | 91% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 3.5% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 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 | 88.7% | 91.5% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.5% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richards Avenue was 468.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 242.0% higher than the Coton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Richards Avenue has the highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Coton and the 8th highest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 248.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Richards Avenue, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2021-02-05 | £292,300 |
| 12 Richards Avenue, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-08-10 | £265,594 |
| 4 Richards Avenue, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2018-01-12 | £359,496 |
| 15 Richards Avenue, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2017-11-24 | £340,353 |
| 10 Richards Avenue, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2017-11-15 | £328,051 |
ST16 3FE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST16 3FE 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 | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Primary Academy Weston Road , ST16 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 720 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Wheeldon Primary Academy Corporation Street , ST16 3LX | 2out of 4 | 955 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Primary School St Leonard's Avenue , ST17 4LT | 2out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School St Patrick's Catholic Primary School & Nursery , Marston Road ST16 3BT | 2out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Austin's Catholic Primary School Garden Street , ST17 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Weston Road Academy Blackheath Lane , ST18 0YG | 3out of 4 | 2,018 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Graham Balfour High School North Avenue , ST16 1NR | 3out of 4 | 2,701 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | 3out of 4 | 2,763 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,263 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staffordshire University Stafford Campus , Beaconside ST18 0AD | - not rated | 1,394 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy 1a Bailey Street , ST17 4BG | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhall Nursery Second Avenue , Holmcroft ST16 1PS | 4out of 4 | 3,144 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshlands School Second Avenue , Tillington ST16 1PS | 3out of 4 | 3,150 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Haven School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | - not rated | 3,343 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Patisserie Ltd | County Hospital, Weston Road | 167 yd | |
| Mid Staffs Postgrad Medical Centre | Staffordshire District General Hospital, Weston Road | 238 yd | |
| Cannock Chase Trading Ltd | Nhs Foundation Trust, County Hospital, Weston Road | 238 yd | |
| Full Bellies Cafe | 15 Prospect Road | 281 yd | |
| Sugar and Spice | 15 Prospect Road | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | 66 Weston Road | 368 yd | |
| Perkins Sports & Social Club | Perkins Engines Company Limited, Tixall Road | 664 yd | |
| The Morris Man | The Morris Man, Alliss Close | 816 yd | |
| Stafford Town Football Club | Evans Park, Riverway | 823 yd | |
| The Lord Nelson Inn | 31 Eastgate Street | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Road Fish Bar | 13 Prospect Road | 271 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 63 Weston Road | 432 yd | |
| Weston Road Fish Bar | 61 Weston Road | 437 yd | |
| Sunny House Take Away | 2 Tixall Road | 469 yd | |
| Panku Stafford | Asda Supermarket, Lammascote Road | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co-Operative Market Store, 55-57 Weston Road | 472 yd | |
| Everest Grocery Store Ltd | Tedder Road | 524 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, Queensway | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Littleworth Park (Closed) Greenway | tennis courts | 611 yd |
| Perkins Sports Club TIXALL ROAD | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Stafford Leisure Centre Lammascote Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 825 yd |
| Raf Stafford (Closed) Beaconside | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 921 yd |
| Mod Stafford BEACON BARRACKS BEACON BARRACKS BEACONSIDE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 921 yd |
| Charnley Road Charnley Road | grass pitches | 1,013 yd |
| Stafford Town Football Clubs EVANS PARK EVANS PARK FAIRWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,035 yd |
| John Wheeldon Primary Academy JOHN WHEELDON PRIMARY ACADEMY JOHN WHEELDON PRIMARY ACADEMY CORPORATION STREET | grass pitches | 1,055 yd |
| Riverway Sports Ground SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND RIVERWAY | grass pitches | 1,071 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 | 144.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.