Roman Drive is in Newcastle and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST5 7QB is located in the Holditch & Chesterton 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 Roman Drive, Newcastle, ST5 7QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST5 7QD, ST5 7QA, ST5 7QE, ST5 7QZ, ST5 7QG, ST5 7LB, ST5 7LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST5 7QB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.7% | 52.9% | 6.2% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 53.3% | 47.1% | -6.2% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 26.1% | 28.7% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 37.6% | -15.0% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 14.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 18.6% | 13.8% | 6.1% | 12.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.1%) 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 | 40.6% | 36.3% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 37% | 29.8% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 20.5% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 11.6% | 6.2% | 4.0% | 7.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 7QB this area, 38.7% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.2% | 38.7% | 6.5% | 18.2% | 20.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 9.8% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 11.7% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 13.7% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 16.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.1% | 96.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 96.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roman Drive was 286.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 336.9% higher than the Crackley & Red Street average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roman Drive has the 2nd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Crackley & Red Street and the 18th highest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 188.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Roman Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-08-27 | £160,618 |
| 7 Roman Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2025-07-09 | £131,406 |
| 2 Roman Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-11-17 | £245,509 |
| 25 Roman Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-04-21 | £232,474 |
| 2 Roman Drive, Newcastle, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £5,000 | 2023-03-15 | £5,146 |
ST5 7QB 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 retired residents living in ST5 7QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 2,986 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchfields Primary School School Street , Chesterton ST5 7HY | 4out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Primary School Brittain Avenue , Chesterton ST5 7NT | 3out of 4 | 1,485 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crackley Bank Primary School Blackthorn Place , ST5 7BE | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sun Academy Bradwell Cauldon Avenue , Bradwell ST5 8JN | 3out of 4 | 1,946 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knutton St Marys CofE Academy Church Lane , Knutton ST5 6EB | 3out of 4 | 2,018 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterton Community Sports College Castle Street , Chesterton ST5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic College Ashfields New Road , ST5 2SJ | 3out of 4 | 2,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orme Academy Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | 2out of 4 | 2,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Boughey Academy Station Road , Halmer End ST7 8AP | 2out of 4 | 3,363 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Academy Gallowstree Lane , The Westlands ST5 2QS | 1out of 4 | 3,691 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 | 2,703 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,637 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedars - Newcastle, Moorlands and Darwin Bases High Street , Knutton ST5 6BX | 3out of 4 | 2,878 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Education Black Horse House , 3 Porthill Bank ST5 0LS | - not rated | 2,884 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars Academy Priory Road , ST5 2TF | 4out of 4 | 3,624 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Keele , ST5 5BG | - not rated | 3,651 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| APPLE TREE TOWN LTD | Unit 6 Loomer Road Industrial Estate | 275 yd | |
| NEW LOOK (DC1 Canteen) | New Look, Pit Head Close | 421 yd | |
| COMPASS/EUREST CATERING | Asda George, Coaldale Road | 720 yd | |
| THE VILLAGE BREAD SHOP | 150 London Road | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK HORSE INN | 52 Sutton Street | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHESTERTON TAKE AWAY | 72 Castle Street | 864 yd | |
| SEAWAY | 195 London Road | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Churchfields Primary School (Playing Fields) LOOMER ROAD | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| Chesterton Community Sports College CASTLE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 826 yd |
| Chesterton Park CASTLE STREET | tennis courts | 1,061 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 | 166.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.