Mcellin Close is in Stoke-On-Trent and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. ST7 8QX is located in the Audley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle-under-Lyme. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mcellin Close, Stoke-on-trent, ST7 8QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST7 8QG, ST7 8QQ, ST7 8QF, ST7 8QY, ST7 8QD, ST7 8QJ, ST7 8NJ, ST7 8QS, ST7 8QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ST7 8QX has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 8QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 14.9% | 19.1% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.1% | 56.5% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 9.1% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 13.9% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
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 | 28.4% | 33.2% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 43.2% | 39.8% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 20.5% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 8% | 3.7% | -4.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 33.2% | 27.4% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 10.9% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 10.9% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 23% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| No passport held | 19.7% | 13.5% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.1% | 37.2% | -15.1% |
| Christian | 74.2% | 46.2% | 28.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mcellin Close was 33.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.0% lower than the Audley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mcellin Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Audley and the 126th lowest crime rate of 417 local areas in Newcastle-under-Lyme .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mcellin Close, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2021-03-01 | £228,029 |
| 1 Mcellin Close, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2014-05-23 | £251,139 |
| 2 Mcellin Close, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2010-12-10 | £227,556 |
| 3 Mcellin Close, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £57,950 | 1995-02-06 | £293,766 |
The percentage of retired residents living in ST7 8QX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 241 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Lane Primary School Wood Lane , Bignall End ST7 8PH | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsagers Bank Primary Academy The Drive , Alsagers Bank ST7 8BB | - not rated | 2,610 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's CofE (C) Primary School The Gateway , Redstreet Village ST5 7AB | 3out of 4 | 2,955 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crackley Bank Primary School Blackthorn Place , ST5 7BE | 3out of 4 | 3,392 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,941 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community Sports College Castle Street , Chesterton ST5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 3,724 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's CofE Academy First Avenue , Kidsgrove ST7 1DP | - not rated | 5,159 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 | 411 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 | 518 yd | |
| MY GELATO | 56 Church Street | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWAN INN | 58 Chapel Street | 211 yd | |
| THE BUTCHERS ARMS | The Butchers Arms, 18 Church Street | 514 yd | |
| THE BOUGHEY ARMS | Boughey Arms, Nantwich Road | 594 yd | |
| THE PLOUGH INN | 2 Ravens Lane | 661 yd | |
| BIGNALL END CRICKET CLUB AND MINERS INSTITUTE | Bignall End Cricket Club & Miners Institution, Boon Hill | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALESSI | 50-54 Church Street | 544 yd | |
| AUDLEY FAST FOOD | 58 Church Street | 554 yd | |
| AUDLEY FISH BAR | 82 Church Street | 618 yd | |
| NEW RUBY | New Ruby Chinese Takeaway, 59 Church Street | 618 yd | |
| ORIENTAL CHEF | 120 Church Street | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO STORES LTD | 57 Church Street | 618 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Audley & District Fc AUDLEY AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL CLUB AUDLEY AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL CLUB OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Bignall End Cricket Club BOON HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 768 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.