Worthing Place is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST3 2SB 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 Worthing Place, Stoke-on-trent, ST3 2SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST3 2SA, ST3 2LZ, ST3 2NE, ST3 2LX, ST3 2RZ, ST3 2LY, ST3 2LR, ST3 2NF, ST3 2RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST3 2SB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.6% | 50.4% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 44.4% | 49.6% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 36.1% | 35.6% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.8% | 27.8% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -16.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 5.6% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 19.5% | 22.2% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 13.1% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 8.3% | -5.8% | 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 (58.9%) 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 | 30.3% | 25.7% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -22.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 33.2% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 23.7% | 18.1% | -5.6% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 17.7% | 9.0% | 4.0% | 13.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 4.1% |
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.
In the area around ST3 2SB this area, 40% 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 57.1% | 40% | -17.1% | 18.2% | 21.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 10.6% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.9% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 6.1% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 11.1% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.3% | 14.4% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.9% | 85.5% | -10.4% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 96.3% | 91.2% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 91.2% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.6% | 76.7% | -21.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 37.8% | 13.5% | 24.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Worthing Place was 149.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.5% higher than the Blurton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Worthing Place has the 22nd highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Blurton and the 254th highest crime rate of 842 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Worthing Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2025-10-10 | £122,999 |
| 4 Worthing Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2023-05-10 | £122,440 |
| 2 Worthing Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-02-22 | £120,837 |
| 15 Worthing Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-03-16 | £143,850 |
| 4 Worthing Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2016-03-24 | £148,966 |
ST3 2SB 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.
| Retired | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blurton Nursery School Poplar Drive , Blurton ST3 3AZ | - not rated | 1,432 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowcroft Nursery School Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3DY | - not rated | 1,448 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Nursery School Queensberry Road , Longton ST3 1QZ | - not rated | 1,495 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Nursery School Harrowby Road , Meir ST3 7AN | - not rated | 3,358 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentilee Nursery School Dawlish Drive , Bentilee ST2 0HW | - not rated | 3,372 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 Primary School Spring Garden Road , Longton ST3 2QN | - not rated | 445 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Academy Spring Garden Road , Longton ST3 2QN | 4out of 4 | 445 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC (A) Junior School Spring Garden Road , Longton ST3 2QN | - not rated | 511 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC (A) Infants School Spring Garden Road , Longton ST3 2QN | - not rated | 511 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School Byatts Grove , Longton ST3 2RH | - not rated | 512 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edensor Technology College Greendock Street , Longton ST3 2NA | - not rated | 254 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Academy Longton Hall Road , Longton ST3 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 358 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic College Longton Hall Road , Longton ST3 2NJ | - not rated | 358 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blurton High School - Business and Enterprise College Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | - not rated | 2,212 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,509 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 3,509 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 4,510 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intuition Holistic Education 20 , Rosslyn Road ST3 4JD | - not rated | 838 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| REACH Academy Chelson Street , ST3 1PT | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebedale School Grove Road , Heron Cross ST4 3AY | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kemball Special School Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | - not rated | 2,185 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kemball School Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,185 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Cafe | 58 The Strand | 412 yd | |
| Ali's Kitchen | 40a The Strand | 431 yd | |
| Tesco Customer Cafe | Baths Road | 475 yd | |
| Costa | Next, Unit 2 Baths Road | 475 yd | |
| 1863 | Longton Market, The Strand | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George & Dragon | 2 Heathcote Road | 399 yd | |
| The John Marston | 44 Longton Hall Road | 412 yd | |
| The Strand | 1 Gold Street | 413 yd | |
| The Last Post | Transport Lane | 563 yd | |
| Portland Health & Leisure | Portland House, 495 King Street | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keyani's Kitchen | 47 Edensor Road | 287 yd | |
| No 1 Wok | 78 Edensor Road | 287 yd | |
| Pasta2go | 60a The Strand | 423 yd | |
| Mega Bite | 64 The Strand | 429 yd | |
| Linny's Kitchen | 62 The Strand | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Unit 1 Edensor Road | 431 yd | |
| Tesco | Baths Road | 475 yd | |
| Heron Foods Ltd | Unit 5 Longton Exchange | 515 yd | |
| Iceland | 17/21 Bennett Precinct | 561 yd | |
| Lidl | Trentham Road | 847 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edensor Technology College (Closed) Greendock Street | grass pitches, swimming pool | 258 yd |
| St Thomas More Catholic Academy LONGTON HALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 417 yd |
| St Gregory'S Catholic Academy SPRING GARDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 447 yd |
| Portland Health And Leisure Portland House Portland House King Street | health and fitness suite | 628 yd |
| Priors Fields Goldenhill Road | grass pitches | 990 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 250 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.