Bridgewater Street is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST6 3RL is located in the Burslem 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 Bridgewater Street, Stoke-on-trent, ST6 3RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST6 3RN, ST6 3RJ, ST6 3RP, ST6 3RW, ST6 3RE, ST6 3RQ, ST6 4NA, ST6 4NB, ST6 4LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST6 3RL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.4% | 48.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 52.6% | 51.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 ST6 3RL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.8% 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 | 38.8% | 48.8% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 26.4% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -17.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 6.2% | 5.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 7.8% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 10.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 38.5% | 36.5% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 34% | 37.7% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 17% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 2.5% | -4.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 6.3% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 5.1% |
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 3RL this area, 29.7% 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 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 29.7% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 12.5% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 14.1% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 18% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 9.7% | 3.9% | -5.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 4.4% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 91% | 86.8% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 92.3% | 91.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 91.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 0.6% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.8% | 76.7% | -11.9% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 39.5% | 46.2% | -6.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridgewater Street was 256.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.0% higher than the Burslem average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridgewater Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Burslem and the 95th highest crime rate of 842 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 115.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Bridgewater Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2011-09-08 | £91,499 |
| 6 Bridgewater Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2011-06-10 | £87,866 |
| 1 Bridgewater Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2011-02-01 | £93,203 |
| 22 Bridgewater Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2010-08-11 | £88,282 |
| 10 Bridgewater Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2010-03-31 | £90,629 |
ST6 3RL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanfield Nursery School Dolly's Lane , Burslem ST6 7AW | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerbank Nursery School Summerbank Road , Tunstall ST6 5EY | - not rated | 2,471 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfields Nursery School London Road , Chesterton ST5 7HZ | - not rated | 2,627 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dragon Square Nursery School Dragon Square , Chesterton ST5 7HL | - not rated | 2,848 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleport Infant School Morton Street , Middleport ST6 3PN | - not rated | 520 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (C) Junior School Murhall Street , Burslem ST6 4BL | - not rated | 691 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Baskeyfield VC CofE Primary School Westport Road , Burslem ST6 4JG | - not rated | 722 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Nathaniel's Academy Westport Road , Burslem ST6 4JG | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top Primary School Greenhead Street , Burslem ST6 4AF | - not rated | 898 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownhills Maths and Computing College Brownhills Road , Tunstall ST6 4LD | - not rated | 902 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Stoke-On-Trent Westport Road , ST6 4LD | 3out of 4 | 902 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Studio College for Construction and Building Excellence A Block , Moorland Road ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 2,070 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Studio College for Manufacturing and Design Engineering Moorland Road , Burslem ST6 1JJ | - not rated | 2,072 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haywood Engineering College High Lane , Burslem ST6 7AB | - not rated | 2,196 yd | Foundation 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 | 3,973 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus , Stoke Road ST4 2DG | - not rated | 4,185 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 5,259 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College Leek Road , ST4 2RU | - not rated | 5,259 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nisai House Stoke The Swan on The Square , Burslem ST6 3EA | - not rated | 1,172 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kaleidoscope School Porthill Lodge , High Street ST5 0EZ | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands School 10-12 Pitgreen Lane , Wolstanton ST5 0DB | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nest Brownhills Road , ST6 4JU | - not rated | 1,297 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedars - Newcastle, Moorlands and Darwin Bases High Street , Knutton ST5 6BX | 3out of 4 | 1,412 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steelite International | Steelite, Orme Street | 273 yd | |
| Greggs | Porthill Service Station, Porthill Road | 347 yd | |
| The Packing House Café | Middleport Pottery, Port Street | 456 yd | |
| Westport Lake Visitor Centre | Westport Lake Visitor Centre, Westport Lake Road | 523 yd | |
| Middleport Matters | 177-179 Newcastle Street | 540 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Carter | 197 Newcastle Street | 577 yd | |
| The White Swan | 107 Newport Lane | 648 yd | |
| Ye Olde Crown | 10 Westport Road | 964 yd | |
| The Bulls Head | 14 St Johns Square | 977 yd | |
| The Duke William | 2 St Johns Square | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longport Stores | 15 Station Street | 258 yd | |
| Hashim Fast Food | 160 Newcastle Street | 322 yd | |
| Playful Pike | 237 Newcastle Street | 391 yd | |
| Cottage Sandwich Bar | 217/219 Newcastle Street | 391 yd | |
| Little Italy Wood Fire Pizzeria | 167 Newcastle Street | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne Walker Quality Meats PLC | Davenport Street | 184 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 171-175 Newcastle Street | 577 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 21St Century Leisure DAVENPORT STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 414 yd |
| Trubshaw Cross Ladsandads Westport Road | grass pitches | 583 yd |
| Saint Nathaniel'S Academy WESTPORT ROAD | grass pitches | 710 yd |
| The Co-Operative Academy Of Stoke-On-Trent WESTPORT ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 833 yd |
| The Co-Operative Academy At Brownhills (Closed) Brownhills Road | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Arnold Grove - Bradwell (Closed) Arnold Grove | grass pitches | 1,059 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.