New Street is in Biddulph Moor, Stoke-On-Trent and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. ST8 7LR is located in the Biddulph Moor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Street, Biddulph Moor, Stoke-on-trent, ST8 7LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ST8 7NY, ST8 7LT, ST8 7NZ, ST8 7LS, ST8 7ND, ST8 7PD, ST8 7LP, ST8 7NB, ST8 7PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ST8 7LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.4% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51% | 49.6% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 7LR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% 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 | 23.8% | 22.9% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 53.8% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 11.9% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 10.5% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 34.1% | 41% | 6.9% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 43.8% | 36.8% | -7.0% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 13.2% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 29.4% | 24.5% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 4.3% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 13.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 9.1% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 21.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 24% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 99.6% | 99.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 99.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.7% | 13.5% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Street was 37.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.1% lower than the Biddulph Moor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Biddulph Moor and the 127th lowest crime rate of 316 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 412 New Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2024-11-06 | £212,334 |
| 430 New Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2024-08-09 | £291,578 |
| 376 New Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-10-26 | £201,258 |
| 402 New Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-06-01 | £135,898 |
| 410 New Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2022-03-04 | £188,848 |
ST8 7LR 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 7LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moor First School School Lane , Biddulph Moor ST8 7HR | 3out of 4 | 469 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxhey First School Pennine Way , Biddulph ST8 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Squirrel Hayes First School Springfield Road , Biddulph ST8 7DF | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsfield First School Gunn Street , Biddulph ST8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 2,214 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Woodland Street , Biddulph ST8 6LW | 4out of 4 | 2,325 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 | 2,594 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 | 1,617 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Bateman Middle School Park Lane , Knypersley ST8 7AT | 3out of 4 | 2,909 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 | 2,971 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horton Lodge Community Special School Rudyard , ST13 8RB | 3out of 4 | 4,641 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose and Crown | New Street, Biddulph Moor | 202 yd | |
| THE FOXHOUND | 56 Hot Lane, Biddulph Moor | 746 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Lane Playing Fields PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS HOT LANE | grass pitches | 630 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 | 36.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 306.13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 306.13 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 48.5 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.