Dollys Lane is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST6 1BU is located in the Burslem Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stoke-on-Trent North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dollys Lane, Stoke-on-trent, ST6 1BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST6 1AS, ST6 1BZ, ST6 7BH, ST6 1AY, ST6 1AT, ST6 1BP, ST6 1AX, ST6 1BW, ST6 7AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST6 1BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.7% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.3% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 31.6% | 41.4% | 9.8% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 35.9% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 12.1% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 33.2% | 29.2% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -19.2% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 45.3% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 11.7% |
| Fair health | 15% | 19.8% | 4.8% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.2% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 ST6 1BU this area, 31.3% 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 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.4% | 31.3% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 9.1% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 16.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 9.6% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 13.1% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 17.7% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.6% | 92.1% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 93.8% | 95.8% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 96.2% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dollys Lane was 176.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.4% lower than the Burslem average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dollys Lane has the 25th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Burslem and the 199th highest crime rate of 842 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Dollys Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2022-09-12 | £169,470 |
| 12 Dollys Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-04-05 | £136,030 |
| 6 Dollys Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2018-10-31 | £165,644 |
| 2 Dollys Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2017-09-29 | £123,930 |
| 18 Dollys Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2008-11-19 | £147,310 |
The percentage of retired residents living in ST6 1BU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanfield Nursery School Dolly's Lane , Burslem ST6 7AW | - not rated | 266 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnwood Nursery School Chell Heath Road , Chell Heath ST6 6PB | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerbank Nursery School Summerbank Road , Tunstall ST6 5EY | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 2,909 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood and Broom Community Nursery School Northwood Park Road , Hanley ST1 6QU | - not rated | 3,447 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorpark Junior School Park Road , Burslem ST6 1EL | - not rated | 360 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorpark Junior School Park Road , Burslem ST6 1EL | 3out of 4 | 360 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jackfield Infant School Jackfield Street , Burslem ST6 1ET | - not rated | 434 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jackfield Infant School Jackfield Street , Burslem ST6 1ET | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top Primary School Greenhead Street , Burslem ST6 4AF | - not rated | 1,006 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haywood Engineering College High Lane , Burslem ST6 7AB | - not rated | 350 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haywood Academy High Lane , Burslem ST6 7AB | 3out of 4 | 350 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Studio College for Construction and Building Excellence A Block , Moorland Road ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 751 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Studio College for Manufacturing and Design Engineering Moorland Road , Burslem ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 756 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhills Maths and Computing College Brownhills Road , Tunstall ST6 4LD | - not rated | 1,348 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 4,625 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Valiant School May Street , Burslem ST6 1EL | - not rated | 575 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork West Midlands (Stoke-On-Trent & Staffs) Groundwork Enterprise Centre , Albany Works ST6 1EB | - not rated | 705 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundation Bridge Academy Stoke-on-Trent College, Burslem Campus B Block , Moorland Road ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 749 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alpha Learning Staffordshire Hobson Street , Burslem ST6 2AW | - not rated | 950 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nisai House Stoke The Swan on The Square , Burslem ST6 3EA | - not rated | 982 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vale Cafe | 129 Hamil Road | 257 yd | |
| Synectics Solutions Ltd | Hamil Road | 498 yd | |
| Dimensions Leisure Centre | Dimensions Leisure Complex, Scotia Road | 638 yd | |
| Coffee Cup | Unit 11, Burslem Enterprise Centre, Moorland Road | 731 yd | |
| Sweet Spice | 15 Hamil Road | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Inn | 1 Dartmouth Street | 523 yd | |
| The Vine Inn | Hamil Road | 728 yd | |
| Moorland Inn | Moorland Road | 798 yd | |
| Bursley Ale House | Wedgwood Place | 853 yd | |
| By the Bar | 12 Wedgwood Street | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dessert Club Stoke | 295 High Lane | 322 yd | |
| May Street Chippy | 3 May Street | 360 yd | |
| Fortune House | 85-87 Macclesfield Street | 619 yd | |
| Rose Fast Food | 2 Scotia Road | 664 yd | |
| Dawn's Dailey Sandwiches | 153 Scotia Road | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Scotia Road | 682 yd | |
| Asda | Scotia Road | 733 yd | |
| Co-operative | 601 High Lane | 791 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 34/36 Moorland Road | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bycars Park Bycars Road | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Port Vale (Vale Park) HAMIL ROAD | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| Haywood Academy HIGH LANE | grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Dimensions Leisure Centre SCOTIA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 583 yd |
| Burslem Park Moorland Road | tennis courts | 723 yd |
| Stoke On Trent College (Burslem Campus) (Closed) Burslem Campus Burslem Campus Moorland Road | 753 yd | |
| Energie Fitness (Tunstall) SCOTIA ROAD BUSINESS PARK SCOTIA ROAD BUSINESS PARK SCOTIA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,003 yd |
| St Wilfrid'S Catholic Academy QUEENS AVENUE | athletics tracks | 1,044 yd |
| Vitality (Closed) 22-24 22-24 Waterloo Road | health and fitness suite | 1,085 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 | 178.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.