Shady Grove is in Alsager, Stoke-On-Trent and in Cheshire East district. ST7 2NH is located in the Alsager electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shady Grove, Alsager, Stoke-on-trent, ST7 2NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST7 2NU, ST7 2DS, ST7 2DR, ST7 2FP, ST7 2DW, ST7 2DY, ST7 2NG, ST7 2NJ, ST7 2NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST7 2NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.6% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.4% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 33.8% | 36.7% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 42.2% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 48.3% | 45.3% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 37.4% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12.8% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 12.7% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 7.6% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.1% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 24.6% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 31.4% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 96.6% | 93.8% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96.9% | 93.1% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shady Grove was 217.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 315.7% higher than the Alsager average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shady Grove has the 3rd highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Alsager and the 66th highest crime rate of 1,262 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 110.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% 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 Shady Grove, Stoke-On-Trent, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2024-06-27 | £196,629 |
| 36 Shady Grove, Stoke-On-Trent, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2024-06-21 | £176,772 |
| 34 Shady Grove, Stoke-On-Trent, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-02-22 | £181,585 |
| 40 Shady Grove, Stoke-On-Trent, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2022-09-02 | £163,515 |
| 39 Shady Grove, Stoke-On-Trent, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2021-06-04 | £146,271 |
ST7 2NH 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banbury Nursery School St Saviour's Street , Butt Lane Talke ST7 1LR | - not rated | 3,541 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Nursery School Wellington Road , Kidsgrove ST7 4BH | - not rated | 5,068 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alsager Highfields Community Primary School Fairview Avenue , Alsager ST7 2NW | - not rated | 254 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsager Highfields Community Primary School Fairview Avenue , Alsager ST7 2NW | 3out of 4 | 254 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School Well Lane , Alsager ST7 2PG | 4out of 4 | 941 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Excalibur Primary School Ivy Lane , Alsager ST7 2RQ | - not rated | 1,200 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Excalibur Primary School Ivy Lane , Alsager ST7 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alsager School Hassall Road , Alsager ST7 2HR | 3out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsager School Hassall Road , Alsager ST7 2HR | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's CofE (VA) School First Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1DP | - not rated | 4,379 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clough Hall Technology School First Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1DP | - not rated | 4,379 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's CofE Academy First Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1DP | 3out of 4 | 4,379 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TILT Education The Bungalow, Cardway, Business Park, Linley Lane , Alsager ST7 2UX | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wonder Star School Young People's Community Centre, Chapel Lane , Rode Heath ST7 3SD | - not rated | 1,666 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Lawton School Cherry Tree Avenue , Church Lawton ST7 3EL | 3out of 4 | 1,683 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluebell School Ltd Gloucester Road , Kidsgrove ST7 1EH | - not rated | 4,187 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidsgrove Sixth Form First Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1DP | - not rated | 4,379 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alsager Community Church | Pentecostal Church, 5 Lawton Road | 275 yd | |
| Home Coffee & Studio | 16 Lawton Road | 337 yd | |
| Caster's | 2 Lawton Road | 337 yd | |
| Latif's | 12 Crewe Road | 503 yd | |
| The Vault | 19 Crewe Road | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bank Corner | 12 Lawton Road | 337 yd | |
| Fifty Five Degrees | 2-4 Crewe Road | 460 yd | |
| The Bar | 58 Sandbach Road South | 465 yd | |
| Hip Hops Bar & Store | 6 Crewe Road | 503 yd | |
| The Thirteen Club | The Thirteen Club, 0 Cedar Avenue | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 2/3 Lawton Road | 275 yd | |
| Aishah Balti Takeaway | 11 Crewe Road | 483 yd | |
| Lakeside Fish Bar | 51 Crewe Road | 669 yd | |
| Flames Kebab House | 56 Crewe Road | 704 yd | |
| Fresco | 52 Crewe Road | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | 19-23 Lawton Road | 275 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alsager Cricket Club WILBRAHAMS WAY | grass pitches | 321 yd |
| Wood Park HEATH VIEW | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Alsager Lawn Tennis Club ALSAGER LAWN TENNIS CLUB ALSAGER LAWN TENNIS CLUB GREEN DRIVE | tennis courts | 362 yd |
| Wood Park BELGRAVE AVENUE | grass pitches | 418 yd |
| Intone Fitness Centre SANDBACH ROAD SOUTH | health and fitness suite | 469 yd |
| Milton Park ALSAGER FIRE STATION ALSAGER FIRE STATION BROOKHOUSE ROAD | grass pitches | 588 yd |
| Cedar Avenue 1 THE CEDARS 1 THE CEDARS CEDAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 838 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 | 61.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 61.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 61.3% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.