Albemarle Road is in Newcastle and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST5 9BS is located in the Cross Heath 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 Albemarle Road, Newcastle, ST5 9BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST5 9BN, ST5 9ES, ST5 9BX, ST5 9ET, ST5 2DL, ST5 2DN, ST5 9EX, ST5 9EP, ST5 2DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST5 9BS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 48.1% | 53.2% | 5.1% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 51.9% | 46.8% | -5.1% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 9BS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.8% 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 | 51.2% | 66.8% | 15.6% | 37.9% | 28.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.2% | 16.6% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -27.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13% | 9% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 3.5% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 27.6% | 35.3% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -13.1% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 37.3% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 23% | 13.1% | -9.9% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 10.7% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 6.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 3.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.8% | 26.2% | -16.6% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 8.9% | -10.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 18.8% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 7.4% | 6.9% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 20.8% | 12.4% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 15.3% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.5% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.8% | 95.6% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 80.1% 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 | 95.4% | 80.1% | -15.3% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 13.5% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 79.8% | -14.8% | 83.2% | -3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 9.5% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 5.2% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.6% | 76.7% | -24.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 5.1% | 1.3% | 3.8% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 5.1% | 1.5% | 3.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30% | 13.5% | 16.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 34.9% | 46.2% | -11.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albemarle Road was 196.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.5% higher than the Cross Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albemarle Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Cross Heath and the 30th highest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 109.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Albemarle Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2024-05-20 | £162,576 |
| 27 Albemarle Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,500 | 2024-02-19 | £99,232 |
| 19 Albemarle Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2017-08-02 | £169,012 |
| 19 Albemarle Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2014-04-07 | £140,055 |
The percentage of student residents living in ST5 9BS 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 | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 2,411 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Silverdale Road , ST5 2TA | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempstalls Primary School Collard Avenue , Cross Heath ST5 9LH | 4out of 4 | 826 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knutton St Marys CofE Academy Church Lane , Knutton ST5 6EB | 3out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,151 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hassell Primary School Barracks Road , ST5 1LF | 3out of 4 | 1,344 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 | 3out of 4 | 314 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orme Academy Milehouse Lane , ST5 9JU | 2out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Academy Gallowstree Lane , The Westlands ST5 2QS | 1out of 4 | 1,984 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community Sports College Castle Street , Chesterton ST5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 2,744 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistley Hough Academy Thistley Hough , Penkhull ST4 5JJ | 3out of 4 | 3,344 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 433 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 3,863 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 4,484 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 1,068 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfriars Academy Priory Road , ST5 2TF | 4out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Demetae Academy Linden House , 17a King Street ST5 1JF | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyme Brook Independent School 90 King Street , Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 1JB | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle-under-Lyme School Mount Pleasant , ST5 1DB | - not rated | 1,637 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JANEYS CAFE | Swift House, Liverpool Road | 409 yd | |
| STARBUCKS COFFEE SHOP | Newcastle Under Lyme College, Knutton Lane | 439 yd | |
| THE BUTTY HUT | Brampton Workshops, Unit 13 Croft Road | 601 yd | |
| JUMBO | 9-11 Liverpool Road | 747 yd | |
| NO. 21 CAFE AND SANDWICH BAR | 21 Bridge Street | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE COTTON MILL | Liverpool Road | 417 yd | |
| NEWCASTLE WORKING MENS CLUB | 2 Derwent Place | 464 yd | |
| THE ALBERT INN | 1 Brindley Street | 587 yd | |
| BRIDGE STREET ALE HOUSE | 31 Bridge Street | 774 yd | |
| THE JUG | 41 Bridge Street | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Kentucky Fried Chicken, Liverpool Road | 275 yd | |
| PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA | 125 Liverpool Road | 275 yd | |
| UK MEAL CLUB LTD | 123 Liverpool Road | 278 yd | |
| PIZZA HUT | Exchange House, Liverpool Road | 327 yd | |
| SPICE AND GRILL | 133 Liverpool Road | 327 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAINSBURY'S | Sainsbury's Superstore, Liverpool Road | 401 yd | |
| WM MORRISONS SUPERMARKETS LIMITED | Morrisons Superstore, Lower Milehouse Lane | 557 yd | |
| GALAXY SUPERMARKET LIMITED | 4 Merrial Street | 873 yd | |
| LIDL | Lidl, Lower Street | 949 yd | |
| HERON FOODS | 10 Castle Walk | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashfields Track Ashfields New Road | athletics tracks | 150 yd |
| St John Fisher Catholic College ST. JOHN FISHER CATHOLIC COLLEGE ST. JOHN FISHER CATHOLIC COLLEGE ASHFIELDS NEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 284 yd |
| Newcastle Under Lyme College (Closed) Liverpool Road | grass pitches | 400 yd |
| The Gordon Banks Sports Centre KNUTTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 440 yd |
| Staffordshire Unitarians Meeting House Unitarian Meeting House Unitarian Meeting House Lower Street | 851 yd | |
| Lower Milehouse COTSWOLD AVENUE | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Pool Dam ST. PAULS ROAD | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Merryfields School MERRYFIELDS SCHOOL MERRYFIELDS SCHOOL HOON AVENUE | swimming pool | 1,016 yd |
| St Giles And St George'S C Of E Academy ORME ROAD | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Jubilee Pool (Closed) Nelson Place | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,068 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 | 71.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.