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Armitage with Handsacre

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About

Armitage with Handsacre is a ward in the Lichfield district of Staffordshire, covering the villages of Armitage and Handsacre. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older properties and newer developments. It is located near the River Trent and the Trent and Mersey Canal, providing scenic walking routes and outdoor spaces. The ward has local amenities, including shops, pubs, and schools, serving the needs of its residents.

The area has strong transport links, with the A513 road running through it and nearby access to the West Coast Main Line at Rugeley Trent Valley station. Armitage is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in pottery and brickmaking, while Handsacre retains a more rural character. The ward benefits from its proximity to Lichfield, offering additional services and employment opportunities while maintaining a distinct community identity.

Area overview

On average Armitage with Handsacre has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Armitage with Handsacre is £46,947 per year. There are 4 schools in Armitage with Handsacre: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Armitage with Handsacre Population
8,016
Population density
338.1 per km²

Demographics

British
7,596
94.74%
Other White
136
1.7%
Indian
48
0.6%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
40
0.5%
Irish
39
0.49%
Total population: 8,018

Housing

Owns outright
1,362
39.7%
Owns with a mortgage
1,210
35.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
409
11.92%
Other social rented
308
8.98%
Other forms of private rent
65
1.89%
Total households: 3,431

Property prices in Armitage with Handsacre

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £248,000 in Armitage with Handsacre area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £895,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached34£382,000
Flats5£125,000
Semi-Detached34£232,500
Terraced27£220,000

10 years price trend in Armitage with Handsacre

All postcodes in Armitage with Handsacre

WS154HH

Robinson Way

DE137JF

Crawley Lane

WS154HB

St Barbara's Road

WS154UN

Copse Drive

DE137JU

Kings Walk

WS154DJ

Fair View

WS154EE

Old Road

WS154EG

Uttoxeter Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.