Eliot Way is in Stafford and in Stafford district. ST17 9YL 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 Eliot Way, Stafford, ST17 9YL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST17 9YH, ST16 1BN, ST17 9YN, ST17 9YG, ST16 1DD, ST16 1BT, ST16 1DB, ST16 1FD, ST17 9UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST17 9YL 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 9YL, 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 Eliot Way was 38.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.8% lower than the Highfields & Western Downs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eliot Way has the 18th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Highfields & Western Downs and the 183rd lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Eliot Way, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2024-08-02 | £191,383 |
| 4 Eliot Way, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-05-20 | £166,721 |
| 6 Eliot Way, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-09-07 | £157,580 |
| 10 Eliot Way, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-11-30 | £224,248 |
| 22 Eliot Way, Stafford, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-10-28 | £171,176 |
ST17 9YL 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Childrens Centre Faraday Road , ST16 3NQ | - not rated | 2,524 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlechurch Primary School Tennyson Road , ST17 9SY | - not rated | 556 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlechurch Primary School Tennyson Road , ST17 9SY | 3out of 4 | 556 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School Somerset Road , Highfields ST17 9UZ | - not rated | 848 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School Somerset Road , Highfields ST17 9UZ | 3out of 4 | 848 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Primary School and Nursery Unit Highfield Grove , Rowley Park ST17 9RF | - not rated | 1,042 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 | 230 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI High School Westway , ST17 9YJ | - not rated | 254 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | - not rated | 807 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic School Rowley Avenue , ST17 9AB | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Manor High School Wolverhampton Road , ST17 9DJ | 2out of 4 | 1,864 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 999 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chetwynd Middle School 10 Newport Road , ST16 2HE | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flash Ley Middle School Hawksmoor Road , ST17 9DR | - not rated | 1,695 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverway CofE Middle School Riverway , ST16 3TJ | - not rated | 1,702 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmcroft Middle School Young Avenue , ST16 1PW | - not rated | 2,993 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 | 1,450 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hollies Pupil Referral Unit The Stables , The Hollies ST16 1BY | - not rated | 748 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Education Trust Westgate House , Bellasis Street ST16 3YJ | - not rated | 993 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashwood Education Bellasis Street , ST16 3YS | - not rated | 993 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy 1A Bailey Street , ST17 4BG | 2out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Educational Assessment Centre Hawksmoor Road , ST17 9DR | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Pupil referral unit | 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 | 427 yd | |
| Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre | Castle Bank | 650 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | Stafford Delivery Office, Newport Road | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Horse | The Hungry Horse Public House, Kingsway | 662 yd | |
| Stafford Bowling Club | Castlefields | 859 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields Fish Bar | 160 West Way | 332 yd | |
| Oriental Tree | 156 West Way | 337 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Edward Vi High School DRYDEN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 252 yd |
| Castlechurch Primary School TENNYSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 563 yd |
| Stafford Castle Golf Club NEWPORT ROAD | golf | 603 yd |
| Stafford Rufc (Castlefields) Castlefields Castlefields Newport Road | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Gym & Tonic (Stafford) NEWPORT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 724 yd |
| Rowley Park Sport Stadium Averill Road | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 764 yd |
| Blessed William Howard Catholic High School ROWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| Rowley Park Primary Academy HIGHFIELD GROVE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.