Stafford Street is in Eccleshall, Stafford and in Stafford district. ST21 6BL is located in the Eccleshall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stone. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stafford Street, Eccleshall, Stafford, ST21 6BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST21 6BH, ST21 6AA, ST21 6DJ, ST21 6DG, ST21 6DQ, ST21 6AD, ST21 6DF, ST21 6LA, ST21 6DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST21 6BL is primarily male, with 53.8% of the population 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 | 47.3% | 46.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 52.7% | 53.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.9% | 25.5% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 46.8% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13.2% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 11% | 10.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 45.8% | 48.6% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 32.4% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 15.1% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 19.3% | 12.9% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 6.5% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.7% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.1% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 41.4% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.3% | 95.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stafford Street was 114.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.3% higher than the Eccleshall average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Stafford Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Eccleshall and the 74th highest crime rate of 438 local areas in Stafford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 78.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Stafford Street, Stafford, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £407,218 | 2017-03-14 | £518,233 |
| Stafford House, 19 Stafford Street, Stafford, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2016-12-16 | £391,098 |
ST21 6BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
ST21 6BL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST21 6BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy Shaws Lane , Eccleshall ST21 6AU | 3out of 4 | 693 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodseaves CE Primary Academy Dicky's Lane , Woodseaves ST20 0LB | 3out of 4 | 5,221 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Hall Academy Stafford Road , Eccleshall ST21 6JR | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti Palace | 1-3 Stafford Street | 28 yd | |
| Charlie's Cat Cafe | 1 Grayson House, Stone Road | 78 yd | |
| Olive Italian | 14 High Street | 109 yd | |
| The Ginger Bread Men | 14d High Street | 109 yd | |
| Jasmine Peking Restaurant | 21 High Street | 109 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | 17 Stafford Street | 31 yd | |
| Eagle Inn | Horsefair | 101 yd | |
| The Old Smithy | 8-12 Castle Street | 116 yd | |
| The Bell at Eccleshall | 16 High Street | 122 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak, High Street | 212 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eccleshall Fish & Chip Shop | 5 Stafford Street | 19 yd | |
| The Great Wall | 22 Stafford Street | 74 yd | |
| Tandoori Kitchen | 7 Small Lane | 141 yd | |
| Star Pizza | 30a High Street | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | Stafford Street | 2 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eccleshall Cricket Club ECCLESHALL CRICKET CLUB ECCLESHALL CRICKET CLUB CHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Bishop Lonsdale C Of E Vc Primary School Shaws Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 742 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.