Tennyson Road is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 9SS is located in the Highfields & Western Downs electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stafford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tennyson Road, Stafford, ST17 9SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 9SB, ST17 9XA, ST17 9UZ, ST17 9XP, ST17 9SU, ST17 9SR, ST17 9SD, ST17 9SP, ST17 9XB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST17 9SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% of residents 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 | 52.6% | 55% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 45% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around ST17 9SS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.1% | 49.8% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 30.1% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -14.1% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 12% | 9.2% | -2.8% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.3% | 42.5% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 33.5% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.5% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 9SS this area, 29.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.8% | 29.5% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 13.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.3% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 13.1% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 21.9% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.4% | 96.3% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 94.5% | 86.4% | -8.1% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 10.8% | 9.0% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 86.7% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.3% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.8% | 76.7% | -16.9% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 6.5% | 1.5% | 5.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tennyson Road was 39.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.0% lower than the Highfields & Western Downs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tennyson Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Highfields & Western Downs and the 190th lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71 Tennyson Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-11-25 | £132,475 |
| 58 Tennyson Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-06-25 | £127,693 |
| 54 Tennyson Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2019-10-25 | £121,978 |
| 71 Tennyson Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-09-25 | £111,241 |
| 72 Tennyson Road, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2019-07-04 | £168,821 |
ST17 9SS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Childrens Centre Faraday Road , ST16 3NQ | - not rated | 3,137 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School Somerset Road , Highfields ST17 9UZ | - not rated | 177 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School Somerset Road , Highfields ST17 9UZ | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlechurch Primary School Tennyson Road , ST17 9SY | - not rated | 408 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlechurch Primary School Tennyson Road , ST17 9SY | 3out of 4 | 408 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Primary School and Nursery Unit Highfield Grove , Rowley Park ST17 9RF | - not rated | 530 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | - not rated | 594 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | - not rated | 631 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 2out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Grove Middle School Highfield Grove , ST17 9RF | - not rated | 456 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flash Ley Middle School Hawksmoor Road , ST17 9DR | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chetwynd Middle School 10 Newport Road , ST16 2HE | - not rated | 1,844 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverway CofE Middle School Riverway , ST16 3TJ | - not rated | 2,237 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmcroft Middle School Young Avenue , ST16 1PW | - not rated | 3,772 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 | 2,070 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Grammar School Burton Manor , ST18 9AT | - not rated | 979 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Educational Assessment Centre Hawksmoor Road , ST17 9DR | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollies Pupil Referral Unit The Stables , The Hollies ST16 1BY | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Education Trust Westgate House , Bellasis Street ST16 3YJ | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashwood Education Bellasis Street , ST16 3YS | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast at Timothy's | 151 West Way | 377 yd | |
| Rising Brook Community Church | Burton Square | 985 yd | |
| The Vintage Barn | 4 Sherwood Avenue | 1,007 yd | |
| Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre | Castle Bank | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields Sports & Social Club | Highfields Social Club, Barnes Road | 457 yd | |
| The Oxleathers Pub | Cape Avenue | 508 yd | |
| Burton Manor Sports Association Ltd | Burton Manor Road | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Tree | 156 West Way | 467 yd | |
| Highfields Fish Bar | 160 West Way | 472 yd | |
| King Cod | 1 Cape Avenue | 508 yd | |
| Chris' Fish Bar | 8 Burton Square | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Midlands Co Operative Store, Burton Square | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castlechurch Primary School TENNYSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 399 yd |
| Rowley Park Primary Academy HIGHFIELD GROVE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Barnes Road Playing Field Barnes Road | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| King Edward Vi High School DRYDEN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Rowley Park Sport Stadium Averill Road | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 601 yd |
| Stafford Grammar School BURTON MANOR ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 988 yd |
| Western Downs Sundown Drive | grass pitches | 1,006 yd |
| Burton Manor Sports Association BURTON MANOR ROAD | squash courts | 1,075 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.