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Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall

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About

Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook and Caverswall lie within the Staffordshire Moorlands district in central Staffordshire. The three settlements form a short chain along lanes and minor roads, with Blythe Bridge nearest the mainline railway and a stone crossing of the River Blithe that gives the village its name. Blythe Bridge railway station provides local rail services toward Stoke-on-Trent and Derby. Forsbrook sits immediately west of Blythe Bridge and is linked by the parish council and shared amenities: primary schools, small shops, a post office and community halls.

Caverswall occupies higher ground to the south and is centred on a castellated country house known locally as Caverswall Castle and a parish church. The pattern of fields, hedgerows and narrow lanes reflects long-established farming, and a network of public footpaths connects the villages to nearby woods and streams. Day‑to‑day life is organised around village halls, sports clubs and parish activities, while many residents use the road and rail links for commuting and access to services in larger towns.

Area overview

On average Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall is £48,909 per year. There are 8 schools in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall is home to around 7,849 people, with a population density of about 177.2 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
4.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall Population
7,849
Population density
177.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
29.56(-23%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.45(-8%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.86(-18%)
Shoplifting
5.61(-36%)
Public order
5.22(-14%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,603
96.87%
Other White
36
0.46%
Indian
32
0.41%
White and Asian (mixed)
26
0.33%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
26
0.33%
Total population: 7,849

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,877
27.91%
No qualifications
1,362
20.25%
Level 3 (A level)
1,192
17.72%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
896
13.32%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
661
9.83%
Total 16+ residents: 6,725

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,801
52.68%
Owns with a mortgage
1,099
32.14%
Private landlord or letting agency
269
7.87%
Other social rented
96
2.81%
Other forms of private rent
77
2.25%
Total households: 3,419

Property prices in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall

Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £830,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£328,750
Flats1£106,000
Semi-Detached62£225,000
Terraced17£170,100

10 years median price trend in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall.

All postcodes in Blythe Bridge, Forsbrook & Caverswall

ST119DR

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ST119DS

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.