Bramfield Drive is in Newcastle and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST5 0ST is located in the May Bank 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 Bramfield Drive, Newcastle, ST5 0ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST5 0QT, ST5 0SS, ST5 0QR, ST5 0SG, ST5 0SQ, ST5 0TX, ST5 0SN, ST5 0HD, ST5 0SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST5 0ST is primarily male, with 53.9% of the population 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 | 42.2% | 46.1% | 3.9% | 51.0% | -4.9% |
| Male | 57.8% | 53.9% | -3.9% | 49.0% | 4.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around ST5 0ST, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.4% | 42.6% | 1.2% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 40.8% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 7.7% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.6% | 49.2% | -4.4% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 33% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 14.6% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 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 | 13.7% | 17.3% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.7% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.1% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18% | 15.1% | -2.9% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.2% | 39.7% | 4.5% | 33.8% | 5.9% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 7.4% | 6.4% | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| White | 86.9% | 76.7% | -10.2% | 81.4% | -4.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 83.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 83.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.2% | 8.4% | 0.2% | 5.6% | 2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.6% | 84% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 6.2% | 6.8% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 3.9% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 2% | -4.2% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 11% | 6.5% | 4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bramfield Drive was 101.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.9% higher than the Cross Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bramfield Drive has the 31st highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Cross Heath and the 90th highest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% 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 Bramfield Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-05-24 | £259,729 |
| 24 Bramfield Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-04-26 | £240,589 |
| 5 Bramfield Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2021-11-30 | £232,539 |
| 28 Bramfield Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-05-19 | £243,951 |
| 20 Bramfield Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2020-11-20 | £241,787 |
ST5 0ST area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempstalls Primary School Collard Avenue , Cross Heath ST5 9LH | 4out of 4 | 664 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Silverdale Road , ST5 2TA | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hassell Primary School Barracks Road , ST5 1LF | 3out of 4 | 877 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| May Bank Infants' School Basford Park Road , May Bank ST5 0PT | 4out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles' and St George's Church of England Academy St Paul's Road Off Orme Road , ST5 2NB | 3out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic College Ashfields New Road , ST5 2SJ | 3out of 4 | 743 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orme Academy Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | 2out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Academy Gallowstree Lane , The Westlands ST5 2QS | 1out of 4 | 2,294 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistley Hough Academy Thistley Hough , Penkhull ST4 5JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,719 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community Sports College Castle Street , Chesterton ST5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 3,284 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 936 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 3,077 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 3,712 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demetae Academy Linden House , 17a King Street ST5 1JF | - not rated | 589 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyme Brook Independent School 90 King Street , Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 1JB | - not rated | 718 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merryfields School Hoon Avenue , ST5 9NY | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle-under-Lyme School Mount Pleasant , ST5 1DB | - not rated | 998 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars Academy Priory Road , ST5 2TF | 4out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BUTTY HUT | Brampton Workshops, Unit 13 Croft Road | 269 yd | |
| THE LITTLE VINTAGE TEA ROOM | Newcastle Museum And Art Gallery, Brampton Road | 309 yd | |
| BEECHWOOD CAFE | May Place | 429 yd | |
| ANASMA GREEK BAKERY | 7 Queens Parade, Ryecroft | 557 yd | |
| SPLASH CAFE | Jubilee 2, Brunswick Street | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ALBERT INN | 1 Brindley Street | 483 yd | |
| VICTORIA INN | 62 King Street | 517 yd | |
| THE ARNOLD MACHIN | J D Wetherspoon, 37 Ironmarket | 597 yd | |
| POLITE VICAR | 600 Etruria Road | 633 yd | |
| IRON MONKEY | 21 Ironmarket | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK MEAL CLUB LTD | 123 Liverpool Road | 511 yd | |
| KFC | Kentucky Fried Chicken, Liverpool Road | 516 yd | |
| PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA | 125 Liverpool Road | 516 yd | |
| PERI PERI & SHAWARMA | 54 Liverpool Road | 540 yd | |
| BELLA VISTA PIZZA & PASTA | 54A Liverpool Road | 540 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWCASTLE MINI MARKET | 7 Brunswick Street | 536 yd | |
| GALAXY SUPERMARKET LIMITED | 4 Merrial Street | 566 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Sainsbury's Superstore, Liverpool Road | 656 yd | |
| HERON FOODS | 10 Castle Walk | 697 yd | |
| PREMIER GEORGE STREET | 15-17 George Street | 717 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Pool (Closed) Nelson Place | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 568 yd |
| Jubilee 2 BRUNSWICK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 591 yd |
| Newcastle Under Lyme College (Closed) Liverpool Road | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Newcastle-Under-Lyme) XERCISE4LESS XERCISE4LESS BARRACKS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 629 yd |
| Basford Lawn Tennis Club WEST AVENUE | tennis courts | 682 yd |
| Staffordshire Unitarians Meeting House Unitarian Meeting House Unitarian Meeting House Lower Street | 816 yd | |
| St John Fisher Catholic College ST. JOHN FISHER CATHOLIC COLLEGE ST. JOHN FISHER CATHOLIC COLLEGE ASHFIELDS NEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 866 yd |
| Ashfields Track Ashfields New Road | athletics tracks | 872 yd |
| Newcastle Under Lyme School MOUNT PLEASANT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 912 yd |
| Merryfields School MERRYFIELDS SCHOOL MERRYFIELDS SCHOOL HOON AVENUE | swimming pool | 967 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 | 39.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.