Cromwell Street is in Biddulph, Stoke-On-Trent and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST8 6ED is located in the Biddulph West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cromwell Street, Biddulph, Stoke-on-trent, ST8 6ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST8 6EB, ST8 6ER, ST8 6DY, ST8 6EE, ST8 6DX, ST8 6BX, ST8 6BD, ST8 6BJ, ST8 6BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST8 6ED is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51.3% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.7% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 43.9% | 40.8% | -3.1% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 31% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 8.7% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 6.5% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 16.6% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 7.5% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 49.1% | 40.1% | -9.0% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 38% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 15.1% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 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.
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 18.1% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 11.2% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.3% | 17% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.2% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 22.5% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 22.8% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.2% | 92.6% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.4% 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% | 93.4% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 92.9% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cromwell Street was 530.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 472.9% higher than the Biddulph East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cromwell Street has the highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Biddulph East and the 3rd highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 239.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Cromwell Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £62,950 | 2021-06-10 | £72,716 |
| 3 Cromwell Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2003-08-19 | £80,500 |
| 4 Cromwell Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2003-07-14 | £71,544 |
| 2 Cromwell Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2003-07-11 | £83,468 |
ST8 6ED 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 | 112 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Other | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Other | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield First School Gunn Street , Biddulph ST8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Woodland Street , Biddulph ST8 6LW | 4out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Squirrel Hayes First School Springfield Road , Biddulph ST8 7DF | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxhey First School Pennine Way , Biddulph ST8 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knypersley First School Newpool Road , Knypersley ST8 6NN | 4out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddulph High School Conway Road , Knypersley ST8 7AR | 3out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidsgrove Secondary School Gloucester Road , ST7 4DL | 2out of 4 | 5,228 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhouse Academy Woodhouse Lane , Biddulph ST8 7DR | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Bateman Middle School Park Lane , Knypersley ST8 7AT | 3out of 4 | 1,381 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roaches School Tunstall Road , Knypersley ST8 7AB | - not rated | 1,317 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUKIS | 21 High Street, Biddulph | 211 yd | |
| Turmeric Indian restaurant and dessert bar | 39 High Street, Biddulph | 256 yd | |
| SOPHIA'S KITCHEN | 69a High Street, Biddulph | 410 yd | |
| Biddulph Cafe | 71 High Street, Biddulph | 415 yd | |
| CAFE VITA @ BIDDULPH VALLEY LEISURE CENTRE | Thames Drive, Biddulph | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Sam's | 12 Congleton Road, Biddulph | 128 yd | |
| The Crafty Flanker | 35 High Street, Biddulph | 246 yd | |
| ROYAL OAK | 1 Station Road, Biddulph | 270 yd | |
| BRADLEY GREEN | 68 High Street, Biddulph | 452 yd | |
| STAFFORDSHIRE KNOT | Marshfield Lane, Biddulph | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUPEYAL | 10 Congleton Road, Biddulph | 133 yd | |
| TANGS DYNASTY | 4 High Street, Biddulph | 161 yd | |
| TASTE OF PARADISE | 3 High Street, Biddulph | 168 yd | |
| BIDDULPH KEBAB & PIZZA HOUSE | 18 High Street, Biddulph | 193 yd | |
| NEW LAI WAH | 27 High Street, Biddulph | 226 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Mini Market | 26 High Street, Biddulph | 212 yd | |
| J.Sainsburys PLC | Wharf Road, Biddulph | 345 yd | |
| LONDIS | 126 Congleton Road, Biddulph | 482 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halls Road Playing Fields Halls Road | grass pitches | 385 yd |
| Biddulph Valley Leisure Centre Thames Drive | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 401 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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.