Dryden Crescent is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 9YH 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 Dryden Crescent, Stafford, ST17 9YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 9YG, ST17 9YL, ST17 9UR, ST17 9UU, ST17 9YN, ST17 9UP, ST16 1BN, ST17 9XN, ST16 1DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST17 9YH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 49.7% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49% | 50.3% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 9YH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 33.1% | 42.4% | 9.3% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 38.8% | -11.2% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 56.6% | 49.4% | -7.2% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 33% | 7.1% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 13% | 13.5% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 18.8% | 16.3% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 11.2% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.1% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 19.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.3% | 31.5% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| White | 90.1% | 89.6% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Arab | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 94.4% | 89.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 93.8% | 89.4% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.9% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0.9% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dryden Crescent was 58.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.3% lower than the Highfields & Western Downs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dryden Crescent has the 25th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Highfields & Western Downs and the 176th highest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Dryden Crescent, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2025-04-25 | £193,000 |
| 12 Dryden Crescent, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-09-30 | £188,671 |
| 26 Dryden Crescent, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2024-06-19 | £130,385 |
| 26 Dryden Crescent, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £114,500 | 2024-04-09 | £124,061 |
| 42 Dryden Crescent, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-02-28 | £161,744 |
ST17 9YH 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 | 124 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlechurch Primary School Tennyson Road , ST17 9SY | - not rated | 468 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School Somerset Road , Highfields ST17 9UZ | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley Park Primary Academy Highfield Grove , Rowley Park ST17 9RF | 3out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School Garden Street , ST17 4BT | 4out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Manor Primary School Uplands Road , ST17 9PS | 3out of 4 | 1,719 yd | Community 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 | 3out of 4 | 272 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,874 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Graham Balfour High School North Avenue , ST16 1NR | 3out of 4 | 3,881 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Weston Road Academy Blackheath Lane , ST18 0YG | 3out of 4 | 4,808 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 | 1,525 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Grammar School Burton Manor , Burton Manor Road ST18 9AT | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Haven School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | - not rated | 1,916 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heather Field School New Burton House , Burton Bank Lane ST17 9JW | - not rated | 2,462 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhall Nursery Second Avenue , Holmcroft ST16 1PS | 4out of 4 | 3,565 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 319 yd | |
| Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre | Castle Bank | 649 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | Stafford Delivery Office, Newport Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Horse | The Hungry Horse Public House, Kingsway | 738 yd | |
| Stafford Bowling Club | Castlefields | 929 yd | |
| The Oxleathers Pub | Cape Avenue | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields Fish Bar | 160 West Way | 224 yd | |
| Oriental Tree | 156 West Way | 230 yd | |
| King Cod | 1 Cape Avenue | 1,020 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Edward Vi High School DRYDEN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 171 yd |
| Castlechurch Primary School TENNYSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 466 yd |
| Rowley Park Sport Stadium Averill Road | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 697 yd |
| Stafford Castle Golf Club NEWPORT ROAD | golf | 706 yd |
| Stafford Rufc (Castlefields) Castlefields Castlefields Newport Road | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Gym & Tonic (Stafford) NEWPORT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 801 yd |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic High School ROWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Rowley Park Primary Academy HIGHFIELD GROVE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 957 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 | 177.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.