Birch Rise is in Ashley Heath, Market Drayton and in Newcastle-Under-Lyme district. TF9 4PZ is located in the Loggerheads electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stone. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birch Rise, Ashley Heath, Market Drayton, TF9 4PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF9 4QA, TF9 4PY, TF9 4QF, TF9 4QB, TF9 4QG, TF9 4QQ, TF9 4QP, TF9 4PA, TF9 4QW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TF9 4PZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49% | 49.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 TF9 4PZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 19% | 22.4% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 61.7% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 6.9% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 47% | 46.5% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 37.8% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12.2% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 14.9% | 12.9% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7.3% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 16.8% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.6% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 16.8% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 36.6% | 0.7% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.6% | 97.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25% | 37.2% | -12.2% |
| Christian | 68.9% | 46.2% | 22.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birch Rise was 36.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.1% higher than the Loggerheads average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birch Rise has the 8th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Loggerheads and the 135th 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 been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Birch Rise, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-12-15 | £196,527 |
| 3 Birch Rise, Market Drayton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-01-16 | £223,600 |
| Templecloud Birch Rise, Market Drayton, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2022-09-27 | £485,082 |
| 21 Birch Rise, Market Drayton, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-04-28 | £265,076 |
| 15 Birch Rise, Market Drayton, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-02-12 | £233,294 |
TF9 4PZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
TF9 4PZ 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 TF9 4PZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugo Meynell CofE (VC) Primary School Eccleshall Road , Loggerheads TF9 4NU | 3out of 4 | 253 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE (A) Primary School Mucklestone , TF9 4DN | 3out of 4 | 2,893 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE LOGGERHEADS | Eccleshall Road | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MANDALAY LOGGERHEADS TAKEAWAY | 1 Eccleshall Road | 624 yd | |
| ZOOM FISH BAR | 15 Eccleshall Road | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OPERATIVE FOOD | Late Shop, Eccleshall Road | 624 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Burntwood BURNTWOOD SPORTS GROUND BURNTWOOD SPORTS GROUND ECCLESHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 707 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% |
| Median download speed | 60.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.36 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.36 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.