Ball Lane is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Stoke-On-Trent district. ST6 8PN is located in the Baddeley, Milton & Norton 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 Ball Lane, Stoke-on-trent, ST6 8PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST6 8PL, ST6 8PF, ST6 8PE, ST6 8PH, ST6 8PA, ST6 8PD, ST6 8PQ, ST6 8PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST6 8PN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.7% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.3% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of ST6 8PN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.4% | 26.2% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 55.4% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 9.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 36.6% | 44.8% | 8.2% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 39.9% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 9.8% | -9.1% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 5.2% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 22.6% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 9.3% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.2% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.5% | 9.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 15.6% | 8.8% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 26.1% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.2% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ball Lane was 19.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.7% lower than the Baddeley, Milton & Norton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ball Lane has the 14th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Baddeley, Milton & Norton and the 67th lowest crime rate of 844 local areas in Stoke-on-Trent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Ball Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-11-24 | £172,763 |
| 54 Ball Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-01-20 | £139,840 |
| 50 Ball Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-09-29 | £363,631 |
| 36 Ball Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-02-19 | £399,588 |
| 58 Ball Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Stoke-On-Trent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-07-05 | £164,880 |
ST6 8PN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
ST6 8PN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST6 8PN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton-Le-Moors Primary Academy Norton Lane , Norton-in-the-Moors ST6 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenways Primary Academy Nursery Avenue , Stockton Brook ST9 9NY | 3out of 4 | 1,501 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ball Green Primary School Whitfield Road , Ball Green ST6 8AJ | 2out of 4 | 1,614 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marys Catholic Academy Ford Green Road , Norton-le-Moors ST6 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary School Field Avenue , Baddeley Green ST2 7AS | 3out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endon High School Leek Road , Endon ST9 9EE | - not rated | 2,383 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Excel Academy Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | 3out of 4 | 2,660 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haywood Academy High Lane , Burslem ST6 7AB | 3out of 4 | 3,318 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birches Head Academy Birches Head Road , Hanley ST2 8DD | - not rated | 3,336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Horizon Academy Turnhurst Road , Tunstall ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,600 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sporting Stars Academy Field Avenue , Baddeley Green ST2 7AS | - not rated | 1,950 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beechfield School The Caretaker's Bungalow - the Nest , Birches Head Road ST2 8DD | - not rated | 3,443 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watermill School Turnhurst Road , Chell ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,800 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Road Academy North Road , Burslem ST6 2BP | - not rated | 4,223 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfriars College Castle Grove , Off Newhouse Road ST2 8BH | - not rated | 4,434 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Foaming Quart | 5 Frobisher Street | 289 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 | 32.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 32.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 32.0% |
| 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 | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.