stoke-on-trent ST8 Postcodes
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Stoke On Trent (ST8)
The ST8 postcode area is located in the Stoke On Trent postcode town region, within the county of Staffordshire, and contains a total of 638 individual postcodes.
There are 23 electoral wards in the ST8 postcode area, including Leek, Newcastle, Stafford, Stoke-On-Trent, Stone, Uttoxeter which come under the local authority of the Staffordshire Moorlands Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 19% of people in ST8 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of ST8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
ST8 postcode is a post town in the Stoke on Trent district in the United Kingdom. It is located in the settled coal and pottery-making town of Kidsgrove, near the border with Cheshire and Staffordshire.
The area is known for its fascinating history and culture, and it can be traced back to the 18th century when it was recognized as a centre of production for pottery and coal. This industrial heritage gives Kidsgrove a unique identity today.
The postcode encompasses locations such as Bradwell, Church Lawton, Goldenhill, Talke, and Poolend. It has expanded significantly since the 1900s to cover more suburbs of the area as the population has grown.
The area is served by two railway stations, Kidsgrove and Alsager, and the M6 provides access to the area from Chester, Manchester and other cities.
The local economy is supported by a diverse range of employers in sectors such as engineering, manufacturing, education, financial services and health care. This is supported by excellent connection to the wider region and direct access to the Potteries Shopping Centre, which offers shopping opportunities and entertainment.
In terms of leisure activities, there are plenty of parks, an athletics centre, an 8-screen cinema, bowling alley, two gyms and a golf club. The borough is also widely known for its range of excellent pubs and restaurants.
Kidsgrove is also home to a few schools which serve the locality. It has two primary schools and two secondary schools which also have sixth forms. Additionally, the area is well connected to nearby universities such as Manchester, Keele and Liverpool.
living in the ST8 postcode provides good access to all of the amenities you would expect from a large urban centre, with an interesting backdrop of industrial heritage and beautiful countryside.
Demographics
Staffordshire
ST8 is located in the county of Staffordshire, in England.
Staffordshire has a total population of 1,120,300, making it the 17th largest county in the UK.
Staffordshire has a total area of 1047 square miles, and a population density of 412 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | ST8 |
| Postal Town | Stoke On Trent |
| MSOA Name | Staffordshire Moorlands 003 |
| LSOA Name | Staffordshire Moorlands 003E |
| County | Staffordshire |
| Region | Staffordshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire Moorlands |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
ST8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of ST8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 19% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.