Newchapel Road is in Kidsgrove, Stoke-On-Trent and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST7 4ST is located in the Newchapel & Mow Cop 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 Newchapel Road, Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-trent, ST7 4ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST7 4RS, ST7 4SA, ST7 4QU, ST7 4RR, ST7 4QX, ST7 4SQ, ST7 4RL, ST7 4RN, ST7 4RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST7 4ST is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.2% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.8% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 29% | 33.7% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 40.7% | -5.2% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 11.1% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 13.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.4% | 33.9% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 34.3% | -6.0% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 15% | 21.6% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 9.8% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 ST7 4ST this area, 33.8% 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 12.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43% | 33.8% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 11.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15.4% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.2% | 12.9% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -20.9% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 98% | 98.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 99.2% | 96.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.2% | 76.7% | -4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newchapel Road was 52.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% lower than the Kidsgrove & Ravenscliffe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newchapel Road has the 36th lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Kidsgrove & Ravenscliffe and the 197th lowest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Dove House Newchapel Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2011-09-22 | £62,746 |
ST7 4ST 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ST7 4ST 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%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidsgrove Primary School Gloucester Road , ST7 4DL | 1out of 4 | 545 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove Bank Primary School Off Rutland Road , Kidsgrove ST7 4AP | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thursfield Primary School Chapel Lane , Harriseahead ST7 4JL | 1out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School Church Street , Mow Cop ST7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary The Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1AE | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidsgrove Secondary School Gloucester Road , ST7 4DL | 2out of 4 | 545 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's CofE Academy First Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1DP | - not rated | 1,956 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Horizon Academy Turnhurst Road , Tunstall ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,614 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy Little Chell Lane , Tunstall ST6 6LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddulph High School Conway Road , Knypersley ST8 7AR | 3out of 4 | 4,300 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,802 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebell School Ltd Gloucester Road , Kidsgrove ST7 1EH | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watermill School Turnhurst Road , Chell ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,502 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roaches School Tunstall Road , Knypersley ST8 7AB | - not rated | 3,732 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NAS Church Lawton School Cherry Tree Avenue , Church Lawton ST7 3EL | 3out of 4 | 3,922 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBIN HOOD | Robin Hood, High Street | 197 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Kidsgrove Secondary School GLOUCESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 627 yd |
| Birchenwood Pavilion MOUNT ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 786 yd |
| Salop Place - Kidsgrove DORSET PLACE | grass pitches | 817 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 | 130.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.