Stafford Street is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS12 2EN is located in the Heath Hayes & Wimblebury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stafford Street, Cannock, WS12 2EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS12 2ER, WS12 2TJ, WS12 2EW, WS12 2EL, WS12 2EF, WS12 2SJ, WS12 2ET, WS12 2ES, WS12 5SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS12 2EN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 47.9% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 50.6% | 52.1% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 33% | 32.2% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 46.4% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 10.5% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 40.4% | 39.8% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 32.3% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35% | 23.9% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 14.5% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 14.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 17.5% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 22.2% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.4% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| White | 100% | 98% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stafford Street was 84.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.8% higher than the Hawks Green with Rumer Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stafford Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Hawks Green with Rumer Hill and the 98th highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Stafford Street, Cannock, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-03-18 | £188,813 |
| 83 Stafford Street, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-03-15 | £188,686 |
| 93 Stafford Street, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2020-07-24 | £199,685 |
| 89 Stafford Street, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2019-10-23 | £146,999 |
| 115 Stafford Street, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2019-07-04 | £232,980 |
WS12 2EN 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 2,483 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Hayes Primary Academy Wimblebury Road , Heath Hayes WS12 2EP | 3out of 4 | 238 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Ways Primary School Langholm Drive , Heath Hayes WS12 2EZ | 3out of 4 | 589 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsemoor Primary School Gorsemoor School, Gorsemoor Road , Heath Hayes WS12 3TG | 2out of 4 | 822 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary Academy Reservoir Road , Hednesford WS12 1BE | 3out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hill Top , Hednesford WS12 1DE | 3out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 1,678 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 3,218 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 3,634 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Terrace Academy Bridge Cross Road , Chase Terrace WS7 2DB | 3out of 4 | 3,657 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Valley High School Stanley Road , WS12 4JS | 3out of 4 | 3,272 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 3,708 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,770 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,770 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chasetown Community School Church Street , Chasetown WS7 3QL | 3out of 4 | 4,050 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Dessert Company | 96 Hednesford Road | 323 yd | |
| Jasmine Tandoori | 125 Hednesford Road | 357 yd | |
| Sunny Side Up | Unit 8, Chasewood Park Business Centre, Hednesford Road | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Talbot | 123 Hednesford Road | 360 yd | |
| Five Ways Inn | Five Ways Inn, Hednesford Road | 370 yd | |
| Heath Hayes Constitutional Club | Heath Hayes Constitutional Club, Hednesford Road | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Peri Peri Cottage | 106 Hednesford Road | 318 yd | |
| Heath Hayes Spice | 102 Hednesford Road | 319 yd | |
| Papa's Pizza Co | 98 Hednesford Road | 322 yd | |
| Golden Hayes Cantonese Takeaway | 122 Hednesford Road | 326 yd | |
| Bakeaway | 157 Hednesford Road | 353 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heath Hayes Primary Academy WIMBLEBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 209 yd |
| Heath Hayes Park WIMBLEBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 382 yd |
| Heath Hayes Fc NEWLANDS COURT | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Five Ways Primary School LANGHOLM DRIVE | grass pitches | 704 yd |
| Gorsemoor Primary School GORSEMOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Arthur Street Playing Fields (Closed) Arthur Street | grass pitches | 1,015 yd |
| Keys Park KEYS PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,066 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.