Boulton Street is in Newcastle and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST5 0DX is located in the Wolstanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle-under-Lyme. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Boulton Street, Newcastle, ST5 0DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST5 0DU, ST5 0AG, ST5 0AF, ST5 0AQ, ST5 0AS, ST5 0AJ, ST5 0AB, ST5 0DT, ST5 0AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST5 0DX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.5% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 29.8% | 37.1% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 44.4% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 10.5% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 49.5% | 45.6% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 38.8% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 11.7% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 20.6% | 16.4% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21% | 12.8% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.8% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 18.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 28% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.1% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97% | 95.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 94.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boulton Street was 26.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% lower than the Bradwell average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Boulton Street has the 14th lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Bradwell and the 94th lowest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 Boulton Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-10-29 | £194,594 |
| 94 Boulton Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-06-02 | £132,716 |
| 87 Boulton Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £281,500 | 2021-06-11 | £363,280 |
| 89 Boulton Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,500 | 2021-01-15 | £185,146 |
| 91 Boulton Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-12-18 | £224,095 |
ST5 0DX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 115 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 420 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfields Nursery School London Road , Chesterton ST5 7HZ | - not rated | 2,303 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stanfield Nursery School Dolly's Lane , Burslem ST6 7AW | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dragon Square Nursery School Dragon Square , Chesterton ST5 7HL | - not rated | 2,817 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerbank Nursery School Summerbank Road , Tunstall ST6 5EY | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellison Primary School Ellison Street , Wolstanton ST5 0BL | - not rated | 593 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellison Primary Academy Ellison Street , Wolstanton ST5 0BL | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleport Infant School Morton Street , Middleport ST6 3PN | - not rated | 677 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School Knutton Road , Wolstanton ST5 0HU | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School Church Lane , Wolstanton ST5 0EF | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolstanton High School Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orme Academy Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,411 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhills Maths and Computing College Brownhills Road , Tunstall ST6 4LD | - not rated | 1,723 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Stoke-On-Trent Westport Road , ST6 4LD | 3out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Studio College for Construction and Building Excellence A Block , Moorland Road ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 2,481 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group Knutton Lane , ST5 2GB | - not rated | 3,196 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 3,598 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 4,643 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 4,643 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands School 10-12 Pitgreen Lane , Wolstanton ST5 0DB | - not rated | 457 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kaleidoscope School Porthill Lodge , High Street ST5 0EZ | - not rated | 580 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedars - Newcastle, Moorlands and Darwin Bases High Street , Knutton ST5 6BX | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolstanton Preparatory School 30 Woodland Avenue , Wolstanton ST5 8AZ | - not rated | 792 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nisai House Stoke The Swan on The Square , Burslem ST6 3EA | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Porthill Service Station, Porthill Road | 481 yd | |
| The Packing House Café | Middleport Pottery, Port Street | 558 yd | |
| BREAD & BUTTIES | 71 High Street | 663 yd | |
| Steelite International | Steelite, Orme Street | 735 yd | |
| TREACLE | 13 Morris Square | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOLSTANTON CONSERVATIVE CLUB | 2 Lily Street | 645 yd | |
| VILLAGE TAVERN | 89 High Street | 700 yd | |
| THE 4 CANDLES | 91 High Street | 702 yd | |
| POTTERS WHEEL | Potters Wheel, Bradwell Lane | 706 yd | |
| WOLSTANTON HIGH STREET CLUB | Wolstanton Workingmens Club Ch, High Street | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longport Stores | 15 Station Street | 614 yd | |
| EASTERN CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 1 Lily Street | 645 yd | |
| PORTHILL FISH & CHIPS | 41 Watlands View | 720 yd | |
| WRIGHTS PIES | Unit 3, High Street | 732 yd | |
| VILLAGE SPICE | 36a High Street | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOLSTANTON CONVENIENCE STORE | 103 High Street | 708 yd | |
| NISA LOCAL | Unit 3, High Street | 732 yd | |
| ASDA | Morris Square | 801 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 171-175 Newcastle Street | 982 yd | |
| Wayne Walker Quality Meats PLC | Davenport Street | 1,007 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bradwell Park Lodge BRADWELL LANE | tennis courts | 583 yd |
| The Wammy SOUTHLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,037 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 291.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.