Rustington Avenue is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST3 5TS 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 1981-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rustington Avenue, Stoke-on-trent, ST3 5TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST3 5TU, ST3 5TR, ST3 5TX, ST3 5TT, ST3 5TP, ST3 1TJ, ST3 5UA, ST3 5LD, ST3 1TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST3 5TS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 31.6% | 38.8% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 44.1% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 10.2% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 47.3% | 41.5% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 39.4% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 13.8% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 2.8% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
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 | 32.8% | 21.1% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 9.8% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 19.1% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 9.8% | 7.8% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 18.7% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.8% | 94.7% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 96.5% | 97.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 97.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rustington Avenue was 39.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.2% lower than the Longton & Meir Hay South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rustington Avenue has the 20th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Longton & Meir Hay South and the 174th lowest crime rate of 844 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Rustington Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2024-07-26 | £179,808 |
| 22 Rustington Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-09-16 | £181,170 |
| 27 Rustington Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-11-02 | £177,180 |
| 21 Rustington Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2020-09-18 | £187,804 |
| 22 Rustington Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2019-11-15 | £173,873 |
ST3 5TS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentilee Nursery School Dawlish Drive , Bentilee ST2 0HW | 4out of 4 | 3,193 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Infants' School Melville Road , Normacot ST3 4PZ | 2out of 4 | 829 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gladstone Primary Academy Anchor Road , Sandford Hill ST3 5EW | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Junior School Meir Road , Normacot ST3 7JG | 2out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hall Academy Carberry Way , Weston Coyney ST3 5QU | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy Sussex Place , Longton ST3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meridian Academy Sandon Road , Meir ST3 7DF | 2out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Academy Longton Hall Road , Longton ST3 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Discovery Academy Discovery Drive , Bentilee ST2 0GA | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 3,612 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Academy Fenton Manor , Fenton ST4 2RR | 2out of 4 | 4,169 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 | 4,832 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Hill School and College Box Lane , Meir ST3 5PP | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Intuition Holistic Education 020 , Rosslyn Road ST3 4JD | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinetic Academy Meir Youth Cafe , Sandon Road ST3 7DJ | - not rated | 1,761 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebedale School Grove Road , Heron Cross ST4 3AY | - not rated | 3,312 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kemball School Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 3,612 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Awesome Walls Climbing Centre | Sefton Road | 604 yd | |
| Queen Dessert | 305 Uttoxeter Road | 620 yd | |
| The English Grill | 256 Uttoxeter Road | 629 yd | |
| Lahore Pizza & Grill / Kebab King | 266 Uttoxeter Road | 629 yd | |
| Chaaye Paani | 197c Uttoxeter Road | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Signalman | Paragon Road | 633 yd | |
| The Old Bulldog | 34 Anchor Terrace | 936 yd | |
| Sutherland | Sutherland Road | 961 yd | |
| Meir Royal British Legion Club | 195/197 Meir Road | 987 yd | |
| The Congress | 14 Sutherland Road | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Lounge | 273 Uttoxeter Road | 600 yd | |
| Niagara Balti | 281-283 Uttoxeter Road | 611 yd | |
| New Chop Suey Bar | 289-291 Uttoxeter Road | 611 yd | |
| The New Fabioz | 287 Uttoxeter Road | 613 yd | |
| Global Pizza Longton and Flames Longton | 297-299 Uttoxeter Road | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit 4 Amison Street | 619 yd | |
| Al-Madina Superstore | Normacot Road | 788 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Normacot Recreation Ground Recreation Road | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Abbey Hill Performing Arts College BOX LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 942 yd |
| Alexandra Junior School MEIR ROAD | grass pitches | 1,071 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 | 41.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.