Birches Head & Northwood is a residential ward located in the northern part of Stoke-on-Trent. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is bordered by the A500 road, providing easy access to the city centre and surrounding areas. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small shopping precincts catering to everyday needs.
The ward features several green spaces, such as Northwood Park, which offers recreational facilities and walking paths. Public transport links connect the area to other parts of the city, making it a practical location for commuters. The housing stock ranges from post-war builds to more modern developments, reflecting the area's gradual growth over the decades. Birches Head & Northwood maintains a quiet, suburban character with a focus on community living.
On average Birches Head & Northwood has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birches Head & Northwood is £32,665 per year. There are 5 schools in Birches Head & Northwood: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £119,000 in Birches Head & Northwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,000 up to £350,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 15 | £220,000 |
| Flats | 5 | £78,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 28 | £151,750 |
| Terraced | 55 | £110,000 |
10 years price trend in Birches Head & Northwood
ST12NU
Northwood
ST16AY
Abbey Hulton
ST16BB
Acton Street
ST16NQ
Chorlton Road
ST16PF
Bold Street
ST16RJ
Pandora Grove
ST16SD
Cheltenham Grove
ST16TN
Felcourt Gardens
ST16BD
Chell Street
ST16LW
Hammersley Street
ST16QN
Cromer Road
ST16SG
Botany Bay Road
ST16SS
Delius Grove
ST16TD
Tallis Grove
ST16UA
Avonwick Grove
ST12QE
Town Road
ST12LE
Greville Street
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Plough Street
ST12NX
Ashmore Walk
ST16LN
Birches Head Road
ST16LZ
Bradford Terrace
ST16NF
Gleneagles Crescent
ST16NW
Barthomley Road
ST16QD
Janet Place
ST16QT
Bucknall Old Road
ST16RU
Kingsbury Grove
ST16SJ
Birches Head Road
ST16SN
Slaidburn Grove
ST16AR
Abbey Hulton
ST12DQ
Eaton Street
ST12LU
Gibbins Street
ST16PS
Birch Street
ST16SU
Birchlands Road
ST12AL
Bucknall New Road
ST12DS
Northwood Park Road
ST12HH
Garth Street
ST12NN
Dover Street
ST16NJ
Barthomley Road
ST16NL
Barthomley Road
ST16PT
Prime Street
ST16QA
Cromer Road
ST16QB
Janet Place
ST16QL
Bucknall Road
ST16QU
Keelings Road
ST16SE
Westbury Close
ST12BH
Somerset Road
ST12HL
Grafton Street
ST16NA
Birches Head Road
ST16NE
Gleneagles Crescent
ST16PR
Perceval Street
ST16RY
Newborough Close
ST16SH
Plumtree Grove
ST16SP
Bolney Grove
ST16UQ
Smallwood Grove
ST16UR
Stockholm Grove
ST12AE
Caldbeck Place
ST12BG
Bucknall New Road
ST12EN
Broom Street
ST12LN
Keelings Road
ST12LQ
Hulton Street
ST16AT
Heath House Lane
ST16LL
Birches Head Road
ST16LS
Campbell Terrace
ST16NZ
Fairfax Street
ST16QX
Tarleton Road
ST16SW
Bexhill Grove
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.