Keele Road is in Newcastle and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST5 5AB is located in the Keele 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 Keele Road, Newcastle, ST5 5AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST5 5AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of ST5 5AB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.8% | 23.9% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 55% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 10.1% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 11% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (57.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44% | 27.5% | -16.5% | 48.4% | -20.9% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 30% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 26.7% | 13.2% | 12.7% | 14.0% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 13.3% | 6.9% | 4.0% | 9.3% |
| Very bad health | 7.1% | 2.5% | -4.6% | 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.
In the area around ST5 5AB this area, 29.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.2% | 29.7% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 9% | 3.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 6.3% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 15.3% | 9.5% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 32.4% | -6.8% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.8% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 8.2% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 5.5% |
| Other Asian | 5.7% | 4.1% | -1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 85.1% | 84.4% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 3.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 85.8% | 92.6% | 6.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.8% | 4.1% | -3.7% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 92.6% | 6.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 0.8% | -4.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 0% | -7.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 9.9% | 6.5% | 3.4% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Keele Road was 153.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 274.1% higher than the Keele average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Keele Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Keele and the 54th highest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Boggs Cottages Keele Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-05-02 | £357,864 |
| 3 Boggs Cottages Keele Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-10-15 | £172,990 |
| 3 Boggs Cottages Keele Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2017-10-31 | £235,828 |
| 4 Boggs Cottages Keele Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-06-17 | £307,039 |
| 4 Boggs Cottages Keele Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2014-05-23 | £265,458 |
ST5 5AB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST5 5AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 45 |
| Full-Time Employee | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale Nursery School Earls Drive , Clayton ST5 3QH | - not rated | 3,689 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfields Nursery School London Road , Chesterton ST5 7HZ | - not rated | 4,010 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dragon Square Nursery School Dragon Square , Chesterton ST5 7HL | - not rated | 4,695 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkhull Nursery School 4 St Christopher Avenue , Penkhull ST4 5NA | - not rated | 5,044 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 5,236 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Primary Academy Quarry Bank Road , Keele ST5 5AF | 2out of 4 | 909 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE (C) Primary School Quarry Bank Road , Keele ST5 5AF | - not rated | 909 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale Primary School Racecourse , Silverdale ST5 6PB | - not rated | 1,044 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale Primary Academy Racecourse , Silverdale ST5 6PB | 3out of 4 | 1,044 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School Pepper Street , Silverdale ST5 6QJ | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCHS The Science College Ostend Place , ST5 2QY | - not rated | 1,991 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Academy Gallowstree Lane , The Westlands ST5 2QS | 3out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic College Ashfields New Road , ST5 2SJ | - not rated | 3,005 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic College Ashfields New Road , ST5 2SJ | 2out of 4 | 3,005 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community Sports College Castle Street , Chesterton ST5 7LP | - not rated | 4,026 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 | 2,809 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Keele , ST5 5BG | - not rated | 452 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edenhurst Preparatory School Westlands Avenue , ST5 2PU | - not rated | 2,465 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars Academy Priory Road , ST5 2TF | 4out of 4 | 3,075 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars School Priory Road , ST5 2TF | - not rated | 3,075 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Educational Assessment Centre Abbots Way , ST5 2ES | - not rated | 3,511 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAFE CENTRAL | 42 The Covert | 428 yd | |
| SMART INNOVATION HUB CAFE (SIH CAFE) | Denise Coates Building, Whitmore Road | 530 yd | |
| DAVID WEATHERALL CAFE | Keele University | 531 yd | |
| CHAPTERS CAFE | Keele University, Three Mile Lane | 703 yd | |
| CAFE 45 | 45 High Street | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| STUDENTS UNION BARS | Keele University, Keele Road | 683 yd | |
| THE VINE | 130 High Street | 936 yd | |
| SILVERDALE WORKINGMENS CLUB | Silverdale Workingmens Club, High Street | 982 yd | |
| THE BUSH | 199 High Street | 989 yd | |
| SNEYD ARMS | 1 The Village | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREGGS | Unit 6, Keele University, Union Square | 532 yd | |
| POPS TAKEAWAY | 79 High Street | 982 yd | |
| FOOD JUNCTION | 30 Sneyd Terrace | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OPERATIVE FOOD | Keele University, Three Mile Lane | 703 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keele Municipal Golf Course (Closed) Keele Road | golf | 94 yd |
| Pt Golf - Keele Driving Range KEELE ROAD | golf | 159 yd |
| Keele Leisure Centre Keele University KEELE UNIVERSITY KEELE UNIVERSITY THREE MILE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 341 yd |
| Keele University Sports Centre THE COVERT | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 445 yd |
| Silverdale Cricket Club Underwood Road | grass pitches | 915 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 | 27.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 63.6% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.