Foley Road is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST3 2LH is located in the Longton & Meir Hay South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stoke-on-Trent South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foley Road, Stoke-on-trent, ST3 2LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST3 2LJ, ST3 2LP, ST3 2LL, ST3 2LG, ST3 2LU, ST3 2LW, ST3 2LN, ST3 2LR, ST3 2NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST3 2LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 50.8% | 3.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 52.9% | 49.2% | -3.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 33.1% | 39.9% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 33.1% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -11.1% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 14.4% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.2% | 30.6% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -17.8% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.9% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 25.3% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 12.6% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 7.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 5.2% | 2.2% | -3.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 ST3 2LH this area, 32.3% 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 10.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.1% | 32.3% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 15.1% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 16.5% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 8.6% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 14.3% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 10.4% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -23.4% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.4% | 94.7% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 93.7% | 92.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 93.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.2% | 76.7% | -15.5% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 31.1% | 13.5% | 17.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foley Road was 194.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.7% higher than the Blurton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Foley Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Blurton and the 152nd highest crime rate of 844 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 Foley Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2019-12-17 | £132,823 |
| 96 Foley Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-01-18 | £142,044 |
| 114 Foley Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2017-02-17 | £146,915 |
| 106 Foley Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2017-02-15 | £139,106 |
| 86 Foley Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2014-01-15 | £132,879 |
ST3 2LH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST3 2LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentilee Nursery School Dawlish Drive , Bentilee ST2 0HW | 4out of 4 | 3,144 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's Catholic Academy Spring Garden Road , Longton ST3 2QN | 4out of 4 | 799 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School Byatts Grove , Longton ST3 2RH | 3out of 4 | 804 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-Op Academy Clarice Cliff Goldenhill Road , ST4 3DP | - not rated | 918 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gladstone Primary Academy Anchor Road , Sandford Hill ST3 5EW | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows Primary Academy Poplar Drive , Blurton ST3 3AZ | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Academy Longton Hall Road , Longton ST3 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 218 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Academy Fenton Manor , Fenton ST4 2RR | 2out of 4 | 2,574 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Meridian Academy Sandon Road , Meir ST3 7DF | 2out of 4 | 2,943 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Discovery Academy Discovery Drive , Bentilee ST2 0GA | 3out of 4 | 2,996 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 4,162 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intuition Holistic Education 020 , Rosslyn Road ST3 4JD | - not rated | 1,170 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebedale School Grove Road , Heron Cross ST4 3AY | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kemball School Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hill School and College Box Lane , Meir ST3 5PP | 3out of 4 | 2,787 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Strathmore College Unit 7, The Imex Technology Park , Bellringer Road ST4 8LJ | - not rated | 2,933 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcdonalds | Phoenix Park, Phoenix Way | 262 yd | |
| Costa | Next, Unit 2 Baths Road | 374 yd | |
| Tesco Customer Cafe | Baths Road | 374 yd | |
| CSK Services Ltd | Unit 1, Mayfair House, 410-430 King Street | 406 yd | |
| Ali's Kitchen | 40a The Strand | 491 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Potter Kitchen | 432 King Street | 451 yd | |
| George & Dragon | 2 Heathcote Road | 452 yd | |
| The John Marston | 44 Longton Hall Road | 483 yd | |
| The Strand | 1 Gold Street | 507 yd | |
| Portland Health & Leisure | Portland House, 495 King Street | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lin Take Away | 417 King Street | 510 yd | |
| Pasta2go | 60a The Strand | 531 yd | |
| The Fishnet | 43 The Strand | 536 yd | |
| Subway | 45 The Strand | 536 yd | |
| Keyani's Kitchen | 47 Edensor Road | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Baths Road | 374 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 1 Edensor Road | 556 yd | |
| Iceland | 17/21 Bennett Precinct | 598 yd | |
| Heron Foods Ltd | Unit 5 Longton Exchange | 677 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Academy LONGTON HALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 290 yd |
| Edensor Technology College (Closed) Greendock Street | grass pitches, swimming pool | 528 yd |
| Portland Health And Leisure Portland House Portland House King Street | health and fitness suite | 542 yd |
| St Gregory'S Catholic Academy SPRING GARDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 710 yd |
| Priors Fields Goldenhill Road | grass pitches | 796 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 166.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.