Silverdale Street is in Newcastle and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST5 6BY is located in the Knutton 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 Silverdale Street, Newcastle, ST5 6BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST5 6DA, ST5 6BZ, ST5 6DB, ST5 6DN, ST5 6DW, ST5 6DL, ST5 6BX, ST5 6DH, ST5 6DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST5 6BY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.2% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.8% | -1.0% | 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.
In the immediate area around ST5 6BY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 37.2% | 48.2% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 34.4% | -11.7% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 5.9% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.9% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 42.1% | 37% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 38.4% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 13% | 17% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 4.9% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.7% | 27.5% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 14.1% | 5.9% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 14.9% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.5% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 14.9% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 18.8% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.8% | 94.8% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 92.9% | 87.2% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 11.1% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 87.2% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 4.9% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Romania | 4.3% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silverdale Street was 230.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 258.1% higher than the Crackley & Red Street average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Silverdale Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Crackley & Red Street and the 29th highest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Silverdale Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-08-31 | £138,789 |
| 4 Silverdale Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2022-08-03 | £107,700 |
| 1 Silverdale Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-04-08 | £175,313 |
| 17 Silverdale Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-12-01 | £142,642 |
| 6 Silverdale Street, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2019-08-13 | £98,157 |
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchfields Nursery School London Road , Chesterton ST5 7HZ | - not rated | 1,963 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dragon Square Nursery School Dragon Square , Chesterton ST5 7HL | - not rated | 2,877 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 2,981 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Nursery School Earls Drive , Clayton ST5 3QH | - not rated | 3,443 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkhull Nursery School 4 St Christopher Avenue , Penkhull ST4 5NA | - not rated | 4,027 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knutton Infant School High Street , Knutton ST5 6BX | - not rated | 200 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knutton St Mary's Primary School Church Lane , Knutton ST5 6EB | - not rated | 370 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knutton St Marys CofE Academy Church Lane , Knutton ST5 6EB | 3out of 4 | 370 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knutton St Mary's CofE (C) Junior School Church Lane , Knutton ST5 6EB | - not rated | 370 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Hill Junior School Church Lane , Knutton ST5 6EB | - not rated | 385 yd | Community school | No | 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 | - not rated | 1,275 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic College Ashfields New Road , ST5 2SJ | 2out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Academy Gallowstree Lane , The Westlands ST5 2QS | 3out of 4 | 2,066 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCHS The Science College Ostend Place , ST5 2QY | - not rated | 2,132 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolstanton High School Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | - not rated | 2,214 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 | 1,176 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 4,992 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merryfields School Hoon Avenue , ST5 9NY | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merryfields School Hoon Avenue , ST5 9NY | 3out of 4 | 1,912 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars Academy Priory Road , ST5 2TF | 4out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars School Priory Road , ST5 2TF | - not rated | 2,032 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edenhurst Preparatory School Westlands Avenue , ST5 2PU | - not rated | 2,054 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMPASS/EUREST CATERING | Asda George, Coaldale Road | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MASONS ARMS | The Masons Arms, High Street | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OATILICIOUS | 8 High Street | 112 yd | |
| DAVE'S FISH BAR | 87 St Bernards Road | 514 yd | |
| CHICKOZ | 83 Knutton Lane | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM MORRISONS SUPERMARKETS LIMITED | Morrisons Superstore, Lower Milehouse Lane | 870 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Knutton 3G Pitch (Closed) High Street | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 76 yd |
| Blackbank COTSWOLD AVENUE | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Lower Milehouse COTSWOLD AVENUE | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Knutton St Marys Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 369 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 | 37.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.