Hill Street is in Rugeley and in Cannock Chase district. WS15 2JB 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 Hill Street, Rugeley, WS15 2JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS15 2LA, WS15 2HX, WS15 2JE, WS15 2LF, WS15 2HY, WS15 2LB, WS15 2JA, WS15 2BD, WS15 2JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS15 2JB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.3% | 50% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.8% | 38.6% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 44% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.7% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 3.9% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 42.8% | 39.6% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 34.9% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 17.1% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 8.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 24% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 11.5% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 20.6% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.1% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17.9% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 16.4% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.3% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 98.8% | 95% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Street was 171.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 116.2% higher than the Brereton & Ravenhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Brereton & Ravenhill and the 35th highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hill Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-05-31 | £240,637 |
| 12 Hill Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,950 | 2021-03-22 | £267,834 |
| 4 Hill Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2019-10-16 | £241,792 |
| 4 Hill Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2019-02-08 | £152,147 |
| 1 Hill Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2017-11-17 | £191,797 |
WS15 2JB 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 262 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Newman Grove , WS15 1BN | 3out of 4 | 647 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chancel Primary School Wolseley Road , WS15 2EW | 3out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase View Community Primary School Hillary Crest , Pear Tree Estate WS15 1NE | 2out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Hills Primary School School Road , WS15 2PD | - not rated | 1,365 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 798 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 | 2,681 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCC Cafe @ Rugeley Youth & Community Centre | Youth And Community Centre, Burnthill Lane | 276 yd | |
| Burger King | Burger King Uk Ltd, Western Springs Road | 354 yd | |
| Silsila | 21b Horse Fair | 369 yd | |
| Khatri's | 7 Horse Fair | 370 yd | |
| Imagination Station | 59 Horse Fair | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S & K Catering @ Lea Hall Social Club | Lea Hall Miners Welfare And Social Club, Sandy Lane | 187 yd | |
| Lea Hall Social Club | Lea Hall Colliery Sports And S, Sandy Lane | 187 yd | |
| The Plaza | 27 Horse Fair | 383 yd | |
| The Crown | Crown Inn, 20 Upper Brook Street | 392 yd | |
| Pear Tree WMC | Pear Tree Working Mens Club, Hardie Avenue | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Subway, Western Springs Road | 347 yd | |
| Henry's Fish Bar | 25A Horse Fair | 367 yd | |
| Flames Takeaway | 21C Horse Fair | 368 yd | |
| Blue Ocean Fish Bar | 19B Horse Fair | 368 yd | |
| Wing Shun | 19C Horse Fair | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Pointland Park, Wellington Drive | 422 yd | |
| Co-op | The Pear Tree Shopping Centre, Queensway | 522 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, Market Square | 678 yd | |
| Aldi | Market Street | 794 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons, Market Street | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lea Hall Sports And Social Club SANDY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 156 yd |
| Churchfield Primary School SANDY LANE | grass pitches | 183 yd |
| Hagley Playing Fields HAGLEY PARK HAGLEY PARK WESTERN SPRINGS ROAD | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Rugeley Leisure Centre Burnthill Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 331 yd |
| The Hart School (Upper School) (Closed) BURNTHILL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 338 yd |
| The Hart School (Closed) RUGELEY SIXTH FORM ACADEMY RUGELEY SIXTH FORM ACADEMY BURNTHILL LANE | 426 yd | |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School NEWMAN GROVE | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Queensway (Closed) | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Rugeley Community Centre RUGELEY COMMUNITY HALL RUGELEY COMMUNITY HALL TAYLORS LANE | 862 yd | |
| The Hart School PENKRIDGE BANK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 911 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 270.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.