Cannock Road is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 0QJ is located in the Weeping Cross & Wildwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stafford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cannock Road, Stafford, ST17 0QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 0QN, ST17 0PU, ST17 0YH, ST17 4RS, ST17 4SH, ST17 0PT, ST17 0QL, ST17 0QA, ST17 4RH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST17 0QJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.8% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.2% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 0QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.3% 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 | 22.7% | 29.5% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 55.3% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 9.8% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 56.1% | 47.7% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 34.9% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 14.6% | 7.9% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 9.8% | 13.3% | 3.5% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.2% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 17.4% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 7.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.3% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 33% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.3% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 92.5% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 93.3% | 91.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 91.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.6% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 5.3% | 1.7% | 3.6% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cannock Road was 44.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.5% higher than the Baswich average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cannock Road has the 20th highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Baswich and the 219th highest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 Cannock Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2021-06-15 | £355,763 |
| 174 Cannock Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-03-24 | £603,155 |
| 158 Cannock Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2015-12-08 | £359,606 |
| 150 Cannock Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2015-03-23 | £544,557 |
| 164 Cannock Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2013-03-08 | £405,016 |
ST17 0QJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakridge Primary School Silvester Way , ST17 0PR | 4out of 4 | 408 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnfields Primary School Lansdowne Way , Wildwood ST17 4RD | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Lynton Avenue , Weeping Cross ST17 0EA | 4out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School Cedar Way , Walton-on-the-Hill ST17 0LU | 4out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leasowes Primary School Porlock Avenue , Weeping Cross ST17 0HT | 4out of 4 | 1,393 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 | 825 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,819 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 3,891 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Weston Road Academy Blackheath Lane , ST18 0YG | 3out of 4 | 3,948 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | 3out of 4 | 4,184 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Field School New Burton House , Burton Bank Lane ST17 9JW | - not rated | 2,814 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Haven School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | - not rated | 2,829 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Grammar School Burton Manor , Burton Manor Road ST18 9AT | - not rated | 3,599 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy 1a Bailey Street , ST17 4BG | - not rated | 3,709 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Stafford Campus , Beaconside ST18 0AD | - not rated | 3,803 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wildwood | Wildwood Drive | 521 yd | |
| Stafford Boat Club | Hazelstrine Arm, Maplewood | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | The Co Operative Food Market, Wildwood Drive | 521 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakridge School SILVESTER WAY | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| Old Croft Road Recreation Ground (Berkswich Fc) OLD CROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 477 yd |
| Walton High School THE RISE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 767 yd |
| Wildwood Park Wildwood Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,040 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 | 126.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.