Wolseley Close is in Colwich, Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 0XG is located in the Haywood & Hixon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stafford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wolseley Close, Colwich, Stafford, ST17 0XG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 0XE, ST17 0XU, ST17 0XF, ST17 0XH, ST17 0XT, ST17 0XQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST17 0XG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.9% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.1% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 0XG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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 | 18.1% | 19.1% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 56.3% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.5% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.6% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 11.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 28.2% | 42% | 13.8% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 45.8% | 31.6% | -14.2% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 17.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 30.4% | 23.2% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 11.6% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14.1% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 12.1% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 31.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 98.7% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 68.1% | 46.2% | 21.9% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wolseley Close was 31.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.8% lower than the Haywood & Hixon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wolseley Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Haywood & Hixon and the 147th lowest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angorfa Wolseley Close, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, a newly built property | £340,000 | 2004-07-22 | £627,332 |
The percentage of retired residents living in ST17 0XG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colwich CofE Primary School Main Road , Colwich ST17 0XD | 4out of 4 | 168 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anson CofE Primary School Main Road , Great Haywood ST18 0SU | 4out of 4 | 2,318 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School School Lane , Great Haywood ST18 0SL | 2out of 4 | 2,349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Etching Hill CofE Primary Academy Penk Drive , Etching Hill WS15 2XY | - not rated | 3,309 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Bamford Primary School Crabtree Way , Etching Hill WS15 2PA | 3out of 4 | 3,510 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hart School Penkridge Bank Road , WS15 2UE | 3out of 4 | 4,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP Alternative Education Shooting Butts Centre , Penkridge Bank Road WS15 2UB | - not rated | 4,142 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 Lamb & Flag | Main Road | 932 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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 | 86.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.