Brindley Close is in Penkridge, Stafford and in South Staffordshire district. ST19 5HX is located in the Penkridge South & Gailey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stafford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brindley Close, Penkridge, Stafford, ST19 5HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST19 5TD, ST19 5TJ, ST19 5TA, ST19 5TF, ST19 5TB, ST19 5ST, ST19 5TG, ST19 5SX, ST19 5SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST19 5HX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 51.2% | 49.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50.4% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 ST19 5HX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.7% 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 | 28% | 29.7% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 54.7% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 10.5% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 0.9% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.3% | 50.7% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 37.3% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 9.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 19% | 14.3% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.7% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 14.7% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19% | 22.1% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 29.9% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.4% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 98.9% | 99.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 99.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 64.8% | 46.2% | 18.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brindley Close was 61.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.4% lower than the Penkridge North & Acton Trussell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brindley Close has the 18th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Penkridge North & Acton Trussell and the 121st highest crime rate of 356 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Brindley Close, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2021-03-24 | £386,708 |
| 12 Brindley Close, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-01-29 | £409,108 |
| 18 Brindley Close, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2012-07-20 | £408,505 |
| 22 Brindley Close, Stafford, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2011-11-15 | £407,040 |
| 12 Brindley Close, Stafford, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2009-12-16 | £367,504 |
ST19 5HX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
ST19 5HX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princefield First School Saxon Road , Penkridge ST19 5EP | 3out of 4 | 681 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CofE (A) First School Market Place , Penkridge ST19 5DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshbrook First School Teddesley Road , Penkridge ST19 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,371 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Littleton Green Community School Colliers Way , Huntington WS12 4UD | 3out of 4 | 4,661 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's CofE First School School Lane , Dunston ST18 9AG | - not rated | 5,169 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolgarston High School Cannock Road , Penkridge ST19 5RX | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rural Enterprise Academy Rodbaston Campus , ST19 5PH | 3out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penkridge Middle School Marsh Lane , Penkridge ST19 5BW | 3out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Staffordshire College Rodbaston Drive , ST19 5PH | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Education The Old School House , Watling Street ST19 5PR | - not rated | 3,358 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti Palace | 6 Penkridge Retail Park, Wolverhampton Road | 1,060 yd | |
| Sizzling Wok | 1 Penkridge Retail Park, Wolverhampton Road | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Keys | Filance Lane, Penkridge | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oysters Fish Bar | 4 Boscomoor Shopping Centre, Wolverhampton Road | 1,028 yd | |
| Flaming Grill | 3 Penkridge Retail Park, Wolverhampton Road | 1,060 yd | |
| Greggs | 11 Penkridge Retail Park, Wolverhampton Road | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wolgarston High School Cannock Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Penkridge Leisure Centre CANNOCK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 867 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 | 4.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 4.8% |
| 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 | 46.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.43 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.