Park Lane is in Audley, Stoke-On-Trent and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST7 8HW is located in the Audley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle-under-Lyme. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Lane, Audley, Stoke-on-trent, ST7 8HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST7 8DJ, ST7 8DL, ST7 8JF, ST7 8JG, ST7 8JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST7 8HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.5% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.5% | 1.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of ST7 8HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.5% 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 | 25.3% | 24% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 58.5% | 2.8% | 44.2% | 14.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 8.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 46.1% | 51.2% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 31.7% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 13.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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 | 21.5% | 11.9% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 12.3% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 8.4% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 15.8% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 36.5% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.8% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.6% | 96.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Lane was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.6% lower than the Audley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Audley and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Park Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-08-23 | £319,077 |
| 25 Park Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-05-03 | £338,468 |
| 9 Park Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-02-01 | £381,551 |
| 21 Park Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2014-06-09 | £403,458 |
| 17 Park Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2012-03-02 | £330,995 |
ST7 8HW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
ST7 8HW 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravensmead Primary School Chapel Street , Bignall End ST7 8QD | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Lane Primary School Wood Lane , Bignall End ST7 8PH | 3out of 4 | 2,270 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsagers Bank Primary Academy The Drive , Alsagers Bank ST7 8BB | - not rated | 2,980 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's CofE (C) Primary School The Gateway , Redstreet Village ST5 7AB | 3out of 4 | 3,935 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhead Primary School Kingsley Road , Talke Pits ST7 1RA | 3out of 4 | 4,233 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Thomas Boughey Academy Station Road , Halmer End ST7 8AP | 2out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community Sports College Castle Street , Chesterton ST5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 4,620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsager School Hassall Road , Alsager ST7 2HR | 4out of 4 | 5,263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Education - Audley 2 Castle Hill , Nantwich Road ST7 8DH | - not rated | 578 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNOWJO'S NAUGHTY BUT NICE | 42 Church Street | 517 yd | |
| MY GELATO | 56 Church Street | 520 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BOUGHEY ARMS | Boughey Arms, Nantwich Road | 389 yd | |
| THE BUTCHERS ARMS | The Butchers Arms, 18 Church Street | 468 yd | |
| SWAN INN | 58 Chapel Street | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALESSI | 50-54 Church Street | 513 yd | |
| AUDLEY FAST FOOD | 58 Church Street | 520 yd | |
| AUDLEY FISH BAR | 82 Church Street | 580 yd | |
| NEW RUBY | New Ruby Chinese Takeaway, 59 Church Street | 580 yd | |
| ORIENTAL CHEF | 120 Church Street | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO STORES LTD | 57 Church Street | 580 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Audley Cricket Club KENTHILLS GROUND KENTHILLS GROUND NANTWICH ROAD | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| Audley & District Fc AUDLEY AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL CLUB AUDLEY AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL CLUB OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 926 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.