Talbot Street is in Rugeley and in Cannock Chase district. WS15 2EG is located in the Western Springs electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Talbot Street, Rugeley, WS15 2EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS15 2WE, WS15 2JU, WS15 2EJ, WS15 2EH, WS15 2EQ, WS15 1DL, WS15 2ED, WS15 2EL, WS15 2DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS15 2EG has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 49.7% | 49% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 32.7% | 35.4% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 41.6% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 11.7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 8.2% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 39.7% | 45.8% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 31.9% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 14.2% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 28.6% | 21.8% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 12.1% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 12.1% | -7.3% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 21.4% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.6% | 23.3% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 6% | 4.3% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 94.8% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 98.7% | 94.5% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 94.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Talbot Street was 86.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.5% higher than the Brereton & Ravenhill average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Talbot Street has the 25th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Brereton & Ravenhill and the 94th highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Talbot Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2024-12-20 | £134,775 |
| 45 Talbot Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-07-29 | £299,825 |
| 46 Talbot Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-03-11 | £134,566 |
| 72 Talbot Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-02-04 | £163,145 |
| 42 Talbot Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2020-12-22 | £429,438 |
WS15 2EG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Other | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchfield CofE Primary Academy Sandy Lane , WS15 2LB | 2out of 4 | 230 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Newman Grove , WS15 1BN | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chancel Primary School Wolseley Road , WS15 2EW | 3out of 4 | 809 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase View Community Primary School Hillary Crest , Pear Tree Estate WS15 1NE | 2out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School Talbot Road , Brereton WS15 1AU | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hart School Penkridge Bank Road , WS15 2UE | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP Alternative Education Shooting Butts Centre , Penkridge Bank Road WS15 2UB | - not rated | 3,150 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rugeley School Blithbury Road , Blithbury WS15 3JQ | - not rated | 5,032 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imagination Station | 59 Horse Fair | 122 yd | |
| Silsila | 21b Horse Fair | 166 yd | |
| Terrazza | 10 Lichfield Street | 200 yd | |
| Jungle Juniorz | 14-16 Brewery Street | 230 yd | |
| Khatri's | 7 Horse Fair | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plaza | 27 Horse Fair | 120 yd | |
| Rugeley Billiards&Snooker Club | Hall, Heron Court, Heron Street | 276 yd | |
| The Crown | Crown Inn, 20 Upper Brook Street | 295 yd | |
| S & K Catering @ Lea Hall Social Club | Lea Hall Miners Welfare And Social Club, Sandy Lane | 297 yd | |
| Lea Hall Social Club | Lea Hall Colliery Sports And S, Sandy Lane | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Mahal | 31 Horse Fair | 105 yd | |
| Italian Express Rugeley | 29 Horse Fair | 110 yd | |
| Henry's Fish Bar | 25A Horse Fair | 146 yd | |
| Horse Fair Bakery | 23B Horse Fair | 153 yd | |
| Flames Takeaway | 21C Horse Fair | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Pointland Park, Wellington Drive | 122 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, Market Square | 452 yd | |
| Aldi | Market Street | 529 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons, Market Street | 538 yd | |
| Co-op | The Pear Tree Shopping Centre, Queensway | 887 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Churchfield Primary School SANDY LANE | grass pitches | 299 yd |
| Lea Hall Sports And Social Club SANDY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 491 yd |
| Hagley Playing Fields HAGLEY PARK HAGLEY PARK WESTERN SPRINGS ROAD | grass pitches | 541 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School NEWMAN GROVE | grass pitches | 609 yd |
| Rugeley Community Centre RUGELEY COMMUNITY HALL RUGELEY COMMUNITY HALL TAYLORS LANE | 767 yd | |
| St Augustine'S Field POWER STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Rugeley Leisure Centre Burnthill Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 800 yd |
| The Hart School (Upper School) (Closed) BURNTHILL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 817 yd |
| The Hart School (Closed) RUGELEY SIXTH FORM ACADEMY RUGELEY SIXTH FORM ACADEMY BURNTHILL LANE | 905 yd | |
| Queensway (Closed) | grass pitches | 935 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 | 78.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 78.9% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.