Wildwood Drive is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 4PY 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 Wildwood Drive, Stafford, ST17 4PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 4QJ, ST17 4PU, ST17 4SE, ST17 4PZ, ST17 4QG, ST17 4RT, ST17 4QW, ST17 4QB, ST17 4QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST17 4PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.4% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.6% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 4PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 24.1% | 24.8% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 58.6% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 7.6% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 7.6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 46.9% | 46.5% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 38% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 16.3% | 11% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 12.4% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.8% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 5% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 17% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 39% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.1% | 86.1% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 4.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 89.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 89.2% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 6.4% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 89% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Hindu | 5.8% | 1.7% | 4.1% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wildwood Drive was 63.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 142.8% higher than the Baswich average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wildwood Drive has the 10th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Baswich and the 164th highest crime rate of 440 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Wildwood Drive, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2022-08-04 | £221,047 |
| 11 Wildwood Drive, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2021-01-05 | £227,655 |
| 10 Wildwood Drive, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2020-08-28 | £220,926 |
| 15 Wildwood Drive, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-04-06 | £239,872 |
| 11 Wildwood Drive, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2018-04-06 | £241,283 |
ST17 4PY 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 4PY 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Childrens Centre Faraday Road , ST16 3NQ | - not rated | 3,693 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Lynton Avenue , Weeping Cross ST17 0EA | - not rated | 423 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Lynton Avenue , Weeping Cross ST17 0EA | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnfields Primary School Lansdowne Way , Wildwood ST17 4RD | - not rated | 608 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnfields Primary School Lansdowne Way , Wildwood ST17 4RD | 3out of 4 | 608 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leasowes Junior School Porlock Avenue , Weeping Cross ST17 0HT | - not rated | 742 yd | Community school | No | 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 | - not rated | 1,091 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton High School The Rise , Walton-on-the-Hill ST17 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 2out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | - not rated | 3,095 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 3,095 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flash Ley Middle School Hawksmoor Road , ST17 9DR | - not rated | 2,231 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chetwynd Middle School 10 Newport Road , ST16 2HE | - not rated | 2,917 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Grove Middle School Highfield Grove , ST17 9RF | - not rated | 2,972 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverway CofE Middle School Riverway , ST16 3TJ | - not rated | 3,151 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmcroft Middle School Young Avenue , ST16 1PW | - not rated | 5,140 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford College Earl Street , ST16 2QR | - not rated | 3,408 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Educational Assessment Centre Hawksmoor Road , ST17 9DR | - not rated | 2,386 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heather Field School New Burton House , Burton Bank Lane ST17 9JW | - not rated | 2,660 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy 1A Bailey Street , ST17 4BG | 2out of 4 | 2,829 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Grammar School Burton Manor , ST18 9AT | - not rated | 3,268 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Education Trust Westgate House , Bellasis Street ST16 3YJ | - not rated | 3,296 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | 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 | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wildwood | Wildwood Drive | 563 yd | |
| The Radford Bank Inn | Radford Bank | 658 yd | |
| Stafford Boat Club | Hazelstrine Arm, Maplewood | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neway Chinese Takeaway | Unit 1 Co-op Store | 429 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1b, Lynton Avenue | 429 yd | |
| Weeping Cross Fish Bar | 39 Bodmin Avenue | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | The Co Operative Food Market, Wildwood Drive | 563 yd | |
| Co-operative | 12 Farmdown Road | 1,047 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Annes Catholic Primary School LYNTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Wildwood Park Wildwood Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 575 yd |
| Leasowes Primary School PORLOCK AVENUE | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Oakridge School SILVESTER WAY | grass pitches | 1,077 yd |
| Walton High School THE RISE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.