Stockton Lane is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 0JS is located in the Baswich electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stafford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stockton Lane, Stafford, ST17 0JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 0HX, ST17 0JH, ST17 0JT, ST17 0JQ, ST17 0HU, ST17 0WD, ST17 0EW, ST17 0HZ, ST17 0JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST17 0JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.3% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.7% | 2.6% | 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 ST17 0JS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.1% 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 | 20.7% | 22.2% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67% | 62.1% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 7% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7% | 4.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.8% | 49.8% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 38.2% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 12% | 9.2% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 ST17 0JS this area, 8.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 8.6% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 9% | 1.1% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13.1% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 17.6% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.1% | 42% | -5.1% | 33.8% | 8.2% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.7% | 93.6% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 96% | 93.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stockton Lane was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.5% lower than the Baswich average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stockton Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in Baswich and the 98th lowest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Stockton Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2024-12-18 | £870,472 |
| 58 Stockton Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2024-02-08 | £311,157 |
| Chase Ridge Stockton Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £552,000 | 2022-03-11 | £628,218 |
| 37 Stockton Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-11-13 | £358,186 |
| 35 Stockton Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2018-10-25 | £371,677 |
ST17 0JS 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 ST17 0JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leasowes Primary School Porlock Avenue , Weeping Cross ST17 0HT | 4out of 4 | 362 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Lynton Avenue , Weeping Cross ST17 0EA | 4out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School Cedar Way , Walton-on-the-Hill ST17 0LU | 4out of 4 | 934 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakridge Primary School Silvester Way , ST17 0PR | 4out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnfields Primary School Lansdowne Way , Wildwood ST17 4RD | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walton High School The Rise , Walton-on-the-Hill ST17 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 605 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Weston Road Academy Blackheath Lane , ST18 0YG | 3out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,442 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 3,951 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | 3out of 4 | 4,440 yd | Community 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 | 2,807 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Haven School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | - not rated | 3,479 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy 1a Bailey Street , ST17 4BG | - not rated | 3,583 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heather Field School New Burton House , Burton Bank Lane ST17 9JW | - not rated | 3,681 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Grammar School Burton Manor , Burton Manor Road ST18 9AT | - not rated | 4,304 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bod Stafford | 57-59 Bodmin Avenue | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Tennis Club | Walton Lawn Tennis Club, Green Gore Lane | 654 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weeping Cross Fish Bar | 39 Bodmin Avenue | 749 yd | |
| Neway Chinese Takeaway | Unit 1 Co-op Store | 780 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1b, Lynton Avenue | 780 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leasowes Primary School PORLOCK AVENUE | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Walton High School THE RISE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 581 yd |
| St Annes Catholic Primary School LYNTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Oakridge School SILVESTER WAY | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Old Croft Road Recreation Ground (Berkswich Fc) OLD CROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 233.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.