Carryer Place is in Newcastle and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST5 2NY is located in the Thistleberry 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 Carryer Place, Newcastle, ST5 2NY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST5 2NZ, ST5 2NX, ST5 2JY, ST5 2NT, ST5 2PB, ST5 2JT, ST5 2NS, ST5 2PN, ST5 2JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST5 2NY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.8% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.2% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 37.1% | 41.5% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 39.3% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 8% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 7.6% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.9% | 47.5% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 26.8% | -9.3% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 15.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 8.3% | 4.0% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 ST5 2NY this area, 30.8% 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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 30.8% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 10.4% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 19% | 2.5% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 22.2% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 87.9% | 89.2% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 91.4% | 90.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 89.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.7% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carryer Place was 118.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.3% higher than the Cross Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carryer Place has the 29th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Cross Heath and the 81st highest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Carryer Place, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2014-11-28 | £170,906 |
| 16 Carryer Place, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,500 | 2005-08-25 | £172,608 |
| 12 Carryer Place, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £104,950 | 2004-07-16 | £210,095 |
| 16 Carryer Place, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £53,950 | 2003-08-01 | £140,768 |
ST5 2NY 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.
The percentage of student residents living in ST5 2NY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale Nursery School Earls Drive , Clayton ST5 3QH | - not rated | 1,963 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkhull Nursery School 4 St Christopher Avenue , Penkhull ST4 5NA | - not rated | 2,904 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfields Nursery School London Road , Chesterton ST5 7HZ | - not rated | 3,336 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 3,729 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Field House Nursery School Munro Street , West End ST4 5HA | - not rated | 4,039 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles' and St George's Church of England Academy St Paul's Road Off Orme Road , ST5 2NB | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles' and St George's CofE (C) Primary School St Paul's Road: Off Orme Road , ST5 2NB | - not rated | 708 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands Primary School Ostend Place , Westlands ST5 2QY | - not rated | 779 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands Primary School Ostend Place , Westlands ST5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Stanier Street , ST5 2SU | - not rated | 852 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Academy Gallowstree Lane , The Westlands ST5 2QS | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCHS The Science College Ostend Place , ST5 2QY | - not rated | 780 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic College Ashfields New Road , ST5 2SJ | - not rated | 1,079 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic College Ashfields New Road , ST5 2SJ | 2out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolstanton High School Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | - not rated | 2,691 yd | Community school | 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 | 897 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 4,448 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 4,795 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 4,795 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edenhurst Preparatory School Westlands Avenue , ST5 2PU | - not rated | 544 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars Academy Priory Road , ST5 2TF | 4out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars School Priory Road , ST5 2TF | - not rated | 859 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Educational Assessment Centre Abbots Way , ST5 2ES | - not rated | 1,467 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Academy Abbots Way , Westlands ST5 2EY | - not rated | 1,479 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PING'S SANDWICH BAR | 16 Drayton Street | 698 yd | |
| STARBUCKS COFFEE SHOP | Newcastle Under Lyme College, Knutton Lane | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE THISTLEBERRY HOTEL | The Thistleberry, Thistleberry Avenue | 362 yd | |
| DICK TURPIN | 1 Gallows Tree Lane | 699 yd | |
| WAGGON AND HORSES | 33 Higherland | 858 yd | |
| WELLERS | 3 Pepper Street | 1,082 yd | |
| NEWCASTLE UNDER LYME GOLF CLUB | Whitmore Road | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLAY OVEN | 12 Drayton Street | 698 yd | |
| TASTY WOK | 18 Drayton Street | 698 yd | |
| CHICKOZ | 83 Knutton Lane | 729 yd | |
| LOUI'S KITCHEN | 66 Paris Avenue | 893 yd | |
| DANCING OCTOPUS | 12 Pool Dam | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO STORES LTD | Keele Road | 858 yd | |
| LODEYS OF NEWCASTLE | 72-76 Paris Avenue | 893 yd | |
| LIDL | Lidl, Lower Street | 962 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pool Dam ST. PAULS ROAD | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Nchs The Science College Grass Pitches GALLOWSTREE LANE | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| St Giles And St George'S C Of E Academy ORME ROAD | grass pitches | 702 yd |
| Newcastle Academy GALLOWSTREE LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 714 yd |
| Blackfriars Academy BLACKFRIARS SPECIAL SCHOOL BLACKFRIARS SPECIAL SCHOOL PRIORY ROAD | swimming pool | 815 yd |
| Westland Tennis Courts WEDGWOOD AVENUE | tennis courts | 873 yd |
| The Gordon Banks Sports Centre KNUTTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 901 yd |
| Staffordshire Unitarians Meeting House Unitarian Meeting House Unitarian Meeting House Lower Street | 1,030 yd | |
| St John Fisher Catholic College ST. JOHN FISHER CATHOLIC COLLEGE ST. JOHN FISHER CATHOLIC COLLEGE ASHFIELDS NEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,063 yd |
| Newcastle-Under-Lyme Golf Club Golf Lane | golf | 1,063 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 131.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.