Cambridge Cottages is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 4BE 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 Cambridge Cottages, Stafford, ST17 4BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 4BJ, ST16 2HE, ST16 2HJ, ST16 2HL, ST17 4AA, ST16 2EZ, ST17 4JX, ST17 4AD, ST16 3UG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST17 4BE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 61% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 61% | 10.0% | 51.0% | 10.0% |
| Male | 49% | 39% | -10.0% | 49.0% | -10.0% |
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 | 40.3% | 28.8% | -11.5% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.5% | 25.4% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -18.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 18.6% | 8.3% | 9.1% | 9.5% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 25.4% | 10.1% | 6.1% | 19.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.6%) 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 | 36.5% | 17.6% | -18.9% | 48.4% | -30.8% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 44% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 10.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 22.5% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 13.7% | 7.2% | 4.0% | 9.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 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.
In the area around ST17 4BE this area, 28.7% 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 | 22.1% | 28.7% | 6.6% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 10.1% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 11.2% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 31.5% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 6.8% | 6.2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Indian | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 5% | 0.5% | -4.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 87.5% | 93.4% | 5.9% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 86.3% | 90.1% | 3.8% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.5% | 90.1% | 5.6% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0.5% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cambridge Cottages was 244.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 115.3% higher than the Common average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cambridge Cottages has the 7th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Common and the 18th highest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 133.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cambridge Cottages, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2015-12-22 | £156,850 |
| 1 Cambridge Cottages, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2003-03-10 | £163,326 |
| 1 Cambridge Cottages, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £48,500 | 2000-05-31 | £187,121 |
ST17 4BE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST17 4BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 58% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 528 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School Garden Street , ST17 4BT | 4out of 4 | 605 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Wheeldon Primary Academy Corporation Street , ST16 3LX | 2out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,438 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley Park Primary Academy Highfield Grove , Rowley Park ST17 9RF | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 631 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Graham Balfour High School North Avenue , ST16 1NR | 3out of 4 | 3,058 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Weston Road Academy Blackheath Lane , ST18 0YG | 3out of 4 | 3,311 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 | 154 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Haven School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | - not rated | 2,275 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Grammar School Burton Manor , Burton Manor Road ST18 9AT | - not rated | 2,630 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Stafford Campus , Beaconside ST18 0AD | - not rated | 2,695 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heather Field School New Burton House , Burton Bank Lane ST17 9JW | - not rated | 2,944 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narvana | 14 Bailey Street | 22 yd | |
| Candid Brewing | Units 4 & 5 Woodings Yard, Bailey Street | 25 yd | |
| The Old Library Bar and Grill | The Old Library, Lichfield Road | 44 yd | |
| Al Karims | 142 Newport Road | 72 yd | |
| Patties + Ting | 5a Lichfield Road | 74 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Devil's Taphouse | 147 Newport Road | 62 yd | |
| The Grapes | 5 Bridge Street | 64 yd | |
| The Ship Aground | 3-4 Lichfield Road | 68 yd | |
| Casa | Casa, Bridge Street | 83 yd | |
| Picture House | Bridge Street | 103 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain House | 146 Newport Road | 59 yd | |
| Oriental Stafford Ltd t/a Oriental Kitchen | 145 Newport Road | 63 yd | |
| New Lotus House | 5c Lichfield Road | 76 yd | |
| Peppers | 3 Bridge Street | 83 yd | |
| Ali's | 143 Newport Road | 109 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks and Spencer | Unit 11, Block D, Riverside Retail Development, South Walls | 83 yd | |
| Convy Stores | 47-48 Mill Street | 258 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Newport Road | 397 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, Queensway | 495 yd | |
| Aldi | Kingsmead Retail Park, North Walls | 643 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Recreation Centre (Closed) South Walls | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 255 yd |
| Gec Social And Athletic Association (Closed) Lichfield Road | grass pitches | 280 yd |
| I-Motion Gym (Stafford) GUILDHALL SHOPPING CENTRE GUILDHALL SHOPPING CENTRE MARKET SQUARE | health and fitness suite | 447 yd |
| Fit 4 Life Of Stafford (Closed) Salter Street | health and fitness suite | 532 yd |
| Stafford College Earl Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 547 yd |
| Riverway Sports Ground SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND RIVERWAY | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Stafford Leisure Centre Lammascote Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 593 yd |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic High School ROWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Stafford) (Closed) UNITS K AND L UNITS K AND L HUNTERS ROW | health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| Gym & Tonic (Stafford) NEWPORT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 820 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.