Mow Lane is in Gillow Heath, Stoke-On-Trent and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST8 6RJ is located in the Biddulph North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mow Lane, Gillow Heath, Stoke-on-trent, ST8 6RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST8 6RQ, ST8 6RL, ST8 6RN, ST8 6RR, ST8 6QB, ST8 6QF, ST8 6QD, ST8 6RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST8 6RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.9% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.1% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 ST8 6RJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 20.1% | 28.6% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 51.1% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 10.7% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.2% | 40.4% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 39.4% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 13.8% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 20.7% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.2% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 15.7% | 5.3% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 9.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 14.3% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 28.9% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.1% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.1% 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% | 98.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mow Lane was 19.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.5% lower than the Biddulph North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mow Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Biddulph North and the 59th lowest crime rate of 316 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 122 Mow Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-03-07 | £157,564 |
| 122 Mow Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-09-28 | £162,226 |
| 114 Mow Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2022-07-05 | £154,614 |
| 128 Mow Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-09-27 | £186,907 |
| 122 Mow Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2020-12-04 | £152,803 |
ST8 6RJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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.
ST8 6RJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 ST8 6RJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield First School Gunn Street , Biddulph ST8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxhey First School Pennine Way , Biddulph ST8 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,907 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Woodland Street , Biddulph ST8 6LW | 4out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Squirrel Hayes First School Springfield Road , Biddulph ST8 7DF | 3out of 4 | 2,103 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knypersley First School Newpool Road , Knypersley ST8 6NN | 4out of 4 | 2,163 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 | 2,699 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidsgrove Secondary School Gloucester Road , ST7 4DL | 2out of 4 | 5,272 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 | 1,519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Bateman Middle School Park Lane , Knypersley ST8 7AT | 3out of 4 | 2,158 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 | 2,050 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone Academy Marlfields Primary Academy , Waggs Road CW12 4BT | - not rated | 4,963 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Alternative Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 4,998 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aidenswood 48 Parson Street , CW12 4ED | - not rated | 5,258 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| STAFFORDSHIRE KNOT | Marshfield Lane, Biddulph | 432 yd | |
| ROYAL OAK | 1 Station Road, Biddulph | 1,082 yd | |
| Old Sam's | 12 Congleton Road, Biddulph | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRANGE FISH BAR | 167 Congleton Road, Biddulph | 970 yd | |
| TANGS DYNASTY | 4 High Street, Biddulph | 1,059 yd | |
| BIDDULPH KEBAB & PIZZA HOUSE | 18 High Street, Biddulph | 1,062 yd | |
| TASTE OF PARADISE | 3 High Street, Biddulph | 1,082 yd | |
| NEW LAI WAH | 27 High Street, Biddulph | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LONDIS | 126 Congleton Road, Biddulph | 1,040 yd | |
| Daily Mini Market | 26 High Street, Biddulph | 1,063 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halls Road Playing Fields Halls Road | grass pitches | 675 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 | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| 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 | 68.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.