Meadow Road is in Brown Edge, Stoke-On-Trent and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST6 8SQ is located in the Brown Edge and Endon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Road, Brown Edge, Stoke-on-trent, ST6 8SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST6 8RZ, ST6 8SH, ST6 8SJ, ST6 8SL, ST6 8RY, ST6 8RX, ST6 8RU, ST6 8RQ, ST6 8RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST6 8SQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50.5% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.5% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 25.2% | 27.8% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 50.2% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 13.1% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 6.5% | -6.1% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 47.3% | 51.7% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 33.2% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 9.6% | -7.2% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 18.8% | -12.3% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 4.9% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 15.9% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 21.6% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 29.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 5% | 3.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 100% | 99% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 98.9% | 99% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Road was 109.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.0% higher than the Bagnall and Stanley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Bagnall and Stanley and the 57th highest crime rate of 314 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Meadow Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2025-07-04 | £197,563 |
| 32 Meadow Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-04-19 | £191,816 |
| 8 Meadow Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-05-07 | £163,833 |
| 20 Meadow Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2021-03-26 | £209,472 |
| 11 Meadow Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-03-26 | £260,028 |
ST6 8SQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnwood Nursery School Chell Heath Road , Chell Heath ST6 6PB | - not rated | 3,251 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanfield Nursery School Dolly's Lane , Burslem ST6 7AW | - not rated | 4,583 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hulton Nursery School Abbey Road , ST2 8AX | - not rated | 4,813 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's CofE (VC) Primary School St Anne's Vale , Brown Edge ST6 8TA | 3out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenways Primary School Nursery Avenue , Stockton Brook ST9 9NY | - not rated | 1,724 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenways Primary Academy Nursery Avenue , Stockton Brook ST9 9NY | 3out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Academy Endon Leek Road , Endon ST9 9EB | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE (VC) Primary School Leek Road , Endon ST9 9EB | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 1,596 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endon High School Leek Road , Endon ST9 9EE | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holden Lane High School Specialist Sports College Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | - not rated | 3,653 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Excel Academy Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6LG | 3out of 4 | 3,653 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Brindley High School St Michael's Road , Tunstall ST6 6JT | - not rated | 4,197 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Bateman Middle School Park Lane , Knypersley ST8 7AT | 3out of 4 | 5,064 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Bateman Junior High School Park Lane , Knypersley ST8 7AT | - not rated | 5,064 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 2,559 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Special School Chell Heath Road , Chell Heath ST6 6PD | - not rated | 3,133 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watermill School Turnhurst Road , Chell ST6 6JZ | - not rated | 4,402 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watermill School Turnhurst Road , Chell ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 4,402 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spruce House School 114 Milton Road , Sneyd Green ST1 6HD | - not rated | 4,489 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dave's @ The Hollybush (food only) | 181 High Lane, Brown Edge | 335 yd | |
| Hollybush Inn (wet sales) | 181 High Lane, Brown Edge | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANDY LANE FISH & CHIP SHOP | 10 Sandy Lane, Brown Edge | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily (Brown Edge) | 199 High Lane, Brown Edge | 424 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Edge Playing Field THELMA AVENUE | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| St Annes C Of E (Vc) Primary School Playing Field ROSE COTTAGE ROSE COTTAGE CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 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 | 152.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.