Cricklewood Drive is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST6 5SA is located in the Tunstall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stoke-on-Trent North. This postcode has been in use since 2005-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cricklewood Drive, Stoke-on-trent, ST6 5SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST6 5SW, ST6 5TZ, ST6 5SD, ST6 5SB, ST6 6DB, ST6 5UD, ST6 5SF, ST6 5UE, ST6 6BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST6 5SA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 51% | 48.2% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 49% | 51.8% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 34.5% | 38% | 3.5% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 41.3% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 1% | -4.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 17.2% | 13.8% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 5.6% | 1.5% | 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 | 44.4% | 48.1% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 28.8% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 15.3% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 7.1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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 ST6 5SA this area, 30.3% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 30.3% | 2.7% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.4% | 16% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 13.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 11.1% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 19.5% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 21.5% | 26.8% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 24.1% |
| Other Asian | 5.6% | 3.5% | -2.1% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0.2% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 67.4% | 60.7% | -6.7% | 81.4% | -20.7% |
| Other | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 74.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 74.1% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 8.2% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.6% | 14.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 9.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.8% | 74.1% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 11.1% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 6.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 5.6% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.1% | 3.1% | -9.0% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.1% | 76.7% | -12.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 4% | 0.6% | 3.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 30.4% | 46.2% | -15.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 31.1% | 6.5% | 24.6% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cricklewood Drive was 127.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.7% lower than the Burslem average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cricklewood Drive has the 15th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Burslem and the 303rd highest crime rate of 844 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Cricklewood Drive, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,500 | 2025-03-11 | £150,620 |
| 30 Cricklewood Drive, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-04-05 | £189,344 |
| 23 Cricklewood Drive, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £124,500 | 2024-02-21 | £131,521 |
| 11 Cricklewood Drive, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,750 | 2024-01-26 | £213,881 |
| 8 Cricklewood Drive, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2023-07-26 | £141,212 |
ST6 5SA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Looking after home or family | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Nursery School Oaklands Avenue , Porthill ST5 0EX | 4out of 4 | 3,366 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerbank Primary Academy Summerbank Road , Tunstall ST6 5HA | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Queen's Avenue , Tunstall ST6 6EE | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Ladywell Road , Tunstall ST6 5DE | 4out of 4 | 733 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Primary Academy Sunnyside Avenue , Tunstall ST6 6ED | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Academy, Sandyford Burnaby Road , Sandyford ST6 5PT | 2out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy Little Chell Lane , Tunstall ST6 6LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Stoke-On-Trent Westport Road , ST6 4LD | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Horizon Academy Turnhurst Road , Tunstall ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haywood Academy High Lane , Burslem ST6 7AB | 3out of 4 | 1,804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's CofE Academy First Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1DP | - not rated | 3,778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watermill School Turnhurst Road , Chell ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nisai House Stoke The Swan on The Square , Burslem ST6 3EA | - not rated | 2,335 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Road Academy North Road , Burslem ST6 2BP | - not rated | 3,093 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Education Black Horse House , 3 Porthill Bank ST5 0LS | - not rated | 3,212 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 | 3,638 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | High Street | 376 yd | |
| Tunstall Cafe | 159 High Street | 457 yd | |
| Paratha Junction | 173 High Street | 460 yd | |
| LJ's Cafe | 60 Roundwell Street | 470 yd | |
| Market Grill | Stall11/12 Tunstall Indoor Market | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Talisman | Furlong Road | 76 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf | 234 High Street | 412 yd | |
| The Furlong | Furlong Road | 456 yd | |
| Sneyd Arms Hotel | Tower Square | 540 yd | |
| The Barrell | 4 Tower Square | 540 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamza's Fried Chicken | 272-274 High Street | 230 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 297 High Street | 286 yd | |
| Macrigi Marketplace | 207 High Street | 371 yd | |
| Master Grill | 203 High Street | 384 yd | |
| Gelato Fusion | 84 Roundwell Street | 421 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | High Street | 300 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 9 Alexandra Retail Park, Scotia Road | 546 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Woodland Street | 805 yd | |
| Aldi | Brownhills Road | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tunstall Pool (Closed) Greengates Street | swimming pool | 393 yd |
| Tunstall Park QUEENS AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 403 yd |
| Mill Hill Primary Academy SUNNYSIDE AVENUE | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Tunstall) WOODLAND STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 651 yd |
| St Wilfrid'S Catholic Academy QUEENS AVENUE | athletics tracks | 700 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Tunstall) SCOTIA ROAD BUSINESS PARK SCOTIA ROAD BUSINESS PARK SCOTIA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 998 yd |
| St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy LITTLE CHELL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,037 yd |
| Chatterley Whitfield Heritage Park Biddulph Road | grass pitches | 1,069 yd |
| Sandyford Cricket Club SHELFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.