Douglas Avenue is in Biddulph, Stoke-On-Trent and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST8 6JQ is located in the Biddulph East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Douglas Avenue, Biddulph, Stoke-on-trent, ST8 6JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST8 6JH, ST8 6JG, ST8 6LW, ST8 6HZ, ST8 6LQ, ST8 6JB, ST8 6LN, ST8 6JA, ST8 6JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ST8 6JQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 54.4% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 46.3% | 45.6% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around ST8 6JQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33% | 43.7% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.9% | 29.1% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -15.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 11.8% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 17.9% | 10.6% | -7.3% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 (70.2%) 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 | 38.8% | 40.8% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 29.4% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 18.7% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 7% | 8.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around ST8 6JQ this area, 30.6% 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 14.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 30.6% | -15.7% | 18.2% | 12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 10.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 17.6% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 15.3% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 14.1% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -19.7% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 98.4% | 98.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.5% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 76.7% | -7.6% |
| No passport held | 30.9% | 13.5% | 17.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.7% | 37.2% | 20.5% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Douglas Avenue was 184.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.1% higher than the Biddulph East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Douglas Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Biddulph East and the 20th highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 137.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Douglas Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,500 | 2023-08-03 | £147,779 |
| 1 Douglas Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2015-09-08 | £119,423 |
| 23 Douglas Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2012-01-20 | £153,967 |
| 23 Douglas Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2007-02-09 | £165,663 |
| 14 Douglas Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £21,000 | 2003-07-28 | £50,081 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Other | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Woodland Street , Biddulph ST8 6LW | 4out of 4 | 249 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsfield First School Gunn Street , Biddulph ST8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 435 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Squirrel Hayes First School Springfield Road , Biddulph ST8 7DF | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knypersley First School Newpool Road , Knypersley ST8 6NN | 4out of 4 | 763 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxhey First School Pennine Way , Biddulph ST8 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,466 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 | 960 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidsgrove Secondary School Gloucester Road , ST7 4DL | 2out of 4 | 4,825 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Horizon Academy Turnhurst Road , Tunstall ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 5,121 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 590 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse Academy Woodhouse Lane , Biddulph ST8 7DR | 3out of 4 | 1,868 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 | 585 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watermill School Turnhurst Road , Chell ST6 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 5,198 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROTI RESTAURANT | 87-89 High Street, Biddulph | 457 yd | |
| ONTAP | 83 High Street, Biddulph | 471 yd | |
| THE GREEN TREE HOUSE CRAFT CAFE | 72 High Street, Biddulph | 490 yd | |
| Biddulph Cafe | 71 High Street, Biddulph | 503 yd | |
| SOPHIA'S KITCHEN | 69a High Street, Biddulph | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barley Mow | Church Road, Biddulph | 362 yd | |
| BRADLEY GREEN | 68 High Street, Biddulph | 499 yd | |
| The Crafty Flanker | 35 High Street, Biddulph | 646 yd | |
| ROYAL OAK | 1 Station Road, Biddulph | 659 yd | |
| Old Sam's | 12 Congleton Road, Biddulph | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHEPHERD STREET CHIP SHOP | 23 Shepherd Street, Biddulph | 169 yd | |
| BIDDULPH CHINESE | 81 High Street, Biddulph | 477 yd | |
| Mexitalia | 73 High Street, Biddulph | 497 yd | |
| BIDDULPH FISH BAR | 2 King Street, Biddulph | 514 yd | |
| FAMILY PIZZA | 54 High Street, Biddulph | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J.Sainsburys PLC | Wharf Road, Biddulph | 595 yd | |
| Daily Mini Market | 26 High Street, Biddulph | 687 yd | |
| Aldi | Tunstall Road, Biddulph | 813 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Road Recreation Ground CHURCH CLOSE | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| James Bateman Middle School PARK LANE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 624 yd |
| Biddulph High School CONWAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 893 yd |
| Knypersley Cricket Club TUNSTALL ROAD | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Knypersley Victoria Sports Club TUNSTALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 986 yd |
| Biddulph Valley Leisure Centre Thames Drive | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 993 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 | 44 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.