Ford Hayes Lane is in Hulme, Stoke-On-Trent and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST3 5BJ is located in the Caverswall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ford Hayes Lane, Hulme, Stoke-on-trent, ST3 5BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST3 5BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.6% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.4% | -0.8% | 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 | 26.4% | 27.4% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 48.8% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 9% | 4.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 14.9% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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 | 31.3% | 34.7% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 44.8% | 46.6% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 13.0% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 13.2% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 5BJ this area, 31.3% 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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.5% | 31.3% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 9.1% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 10.6% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 9.1% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 19.7% | 11.5% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 18.7% | -5.1% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.5% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 99.5% 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 | 99.2% | 99.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 99.2% | 99.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| No passport held | 31.8% | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26% | 37.2% | -11.2% |
| Christian | 68.9% | 46.2% | 22.7% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ford Hayes Lane was 250.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 119.5% higher than the Caverswall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ford Hayes Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Caverswall and the 10th highest crime rate of 314 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 143.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widowfields Farm Ford Hayes Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Other, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-05-03 | £452,336 |
| The Oaklands Ford Hayes Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2015-10-30 | £370,087 |
ST3 5BJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
ST3 5BJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST3 5BJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentilee Nursery School Dawlish Drive , Bentilee ST2 0HW | - not rated | 1,612 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Nursery School Werrington Road , Bucknall ST2 9AS | - not rated | 2,453 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hulton Nursery School Abbey Road , ST2 8AX | - not rated | 3,494 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Nursery School Queensberry Road , Longton ST3 1QZ | - not rated | 4,217 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood and Broom Community Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 4,470 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentilee Primary School Beverley Drive , Ubberley ST2 0QD | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Court Academy Beverley Drive , Bentilee ST2 0QD | 3out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Court Primary School Beverley Drive , Bentilee ST2 0QD | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Werrington Primary School Washerwall Lane , Werrington ST9 0JU | 3out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Werrington Primary School Washerwall Lane , Werrington ST9 0JU | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Academy Discovery Drive , Bentilee ST2 0GA | 2out of 4 | 1,159 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mitchell High School Business & Enterprise College Corneville Road , Bucknall ST2 9EY | - not rated | 1,927 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Berry Hill High School and Sports College Arbourfield Drive , Bucknall ST2 9LR | - not rated | 2,668 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School Cellarhead Road , Werrington ST9 0HP | 3out of 4 | 3,070 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School Cellarhead Road , Werrington ST9 0HP | - not rated | 3,070 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 5,228 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 5,228 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disaffected Pupils Project C/O Mitchell High School , Corneville Road ST2 9EY | - not rated | 1,927 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Hanley School Cambrian Way , off Eaves Lane ST2 8PQ | - not rated | 2,615 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ed-Start Bucknall Youth and Community Centre , Willeton Street ST2 9JA | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merit Hospital School and Medical Pupil Referral Unit Willeton Street , Bucknall ST2 9JA | 3out of 4 | 2,736 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Abbey School Greasley Road , ST2 8LG | - not rated | 2,824 yd | Free schools special | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASHBANK HOTEL | 216 Ash Bank Road, Werrington | 757 yd | |
| The Beverley | Beverley Drive | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Onion | 274 Ash Bank Road, Werrington | 890 yd | |
| ASHBANK FISH & CHIPS LTD | 215 Ash Bank Road, Werrington | 901 yd | |
| FUNKY FILLERZ | 217 Ash Bank Road, Werrington | 903 yd | |
| Laurel Garden | Unit 4, 451 Beverley Drive | 1,034 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Discovery Academy DISCOVERY DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,027 yd |
| Meigh Road Playing Fields MEIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,043 yd |
| Willfield Community Centre (Closed) Lauder Place North | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,070 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 | 60.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
| Median download speed | 22 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 61.29 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 61.29 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.