Courtney Place is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST3 7XF is located in the Lightwood North & Normacot electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stoke-on-Trent South. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Courtney Place, Stoke-on-trent, ST3 7XF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST3 7YU, ST3 7TD, ST3 7YT, ST3 7UP, ST3 7XG, ST3 7YS, ST3 7HJ, ST3 7XQ, ST3 7HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST3 7XF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents 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 | 49.1% | 49.1% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.9% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 30% | 37.3% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 48.6% | -10.3% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.6% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.2% | 50.9% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 36.8% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 17.8% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 8.3% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 15.2% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 19.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 32.6% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 11.6% | 14.4% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 11.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 86% | 79% | -7.0% | 81.4% | -2.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 95.1% | 90.4% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 6.6% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 90.4% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1.2% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.4% | 37.2% | -7.8% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Muslim | 18.2% | 6.5% | 11.7% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Courtney Place was 46.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.7% lower than the Dresden & Florence average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Courtney Place has the 10th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Dresden & Florence and the 208th lowest crime rate of 844 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Courtney Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2023-08-04 | £259,359 |
| 14 Courtney Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-04-06 | £361,189 |
| 3 Courtney Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £209,000 | 2020-11-16 | £264,504 |
| 6 Courtney Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-08-06 | £269,250 |
| 14 Courtney Place, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2017-12-13 | £287,855 |
ST3 7XF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 7XF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Real estate 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 | 4out of 4 | 4,935 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic Academy Sandon Road , Meir ST3 7DF | 3out of 4 | 641 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Junior School Meir Road , Normacot ST3 7JG | 2out of 4 | 746 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy Sussex Place , Longton ST3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 854 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Infants' School Melville Road , Normacot ST3 4PZ | 2out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandon Primary Academy Normacot Grange Road , Meir ST3 7AW | 4out of 4 | 1,119 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 | 267 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Academy Longton Hall Road , Longton ST3 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 3,355 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Discovery Academy Discovery Drive , Bentilee ST2 0GA | 3out of 4 | 4,052 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blythe Bridge High School Cheadle Road , Blythe Bridge ST11 9PW | 3out of 4 | 4,109 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinetic Academy Meir Youth Cafe , Sandon Road ST3 7DJ | - not rated | 960 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hill School and College Box Lane , Meir ST3 5PP | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Intuition Holistic Education 020 , Rosslyn Road ST3 4JD | - not rated | 1,658 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland School and Specialist College Uttoxeter Road , Blythe Bridge ST11 9JG | 3out of 4 | 2,843 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kemball School Beaconsfield Drive , Blurton ST3 3JD | 3out of 4 | 3,355 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hilltop Cafe | Meir Community Education Centre, Pickford Place | 773 yd | |
| KFC | 21 Pickford Place | 802 yd | |
| Lilys Desserts | 97 Upper Normacot Road | 955 yd | |
| Cafe Clock Stoke | 95 Upper Normacot Road | 959 yd | |
| The Douglas MacMillan Shop | 741-749 Uttoxeter Road | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florence Sports and Social Club | Florence Colliery Social Club, Lightwood Road | 760 yd | |
| Meir Royal British Legion Club | 195/197 Meir Road | 833 yd | |
| Swiftys Microbar | Former Meir Library, Sandon Road | 885 yd | |
| The New Florence | Sussex Place | 961 yd | |
| New Florence | Sussex Place | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meir Pizza Grill | Unit 2, 90 Sandon Road | 650 yd | |
| Funky Chicken | 17 Sandon Road | 807 yd | |
| Broadway Fishbar | 30 Sandon Road | 835 yd | |
| Meir Chinese Takeaway | 20 Sandon Road | 835 yd | |
| Hamza's | 28 Sandon Road | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meridian Academy SANDON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 457 yd |
| St. Augustines Catholic Academy SANDON ROAD | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| Watery Lane Playing Fields Watery Lane | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| Florence Colliery Social Welfare Centre LIGHTWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Alexandra Junior School MEIR ROAD | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Meir Fitness Centre (Closed) Pickford Place | health and fitness suite | 769 yd |
| Sandon Primary Academy Normacot Grange Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 844 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.