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About

Coton ward lies on the eastern edge of Stafford, bordering open countryside. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing from different eras, including modern developments and older properties. Its position provides a quieter setting while remaining connected to the town centre. The ward includes local amenities such as schools and community facilities to serve its population.

The area is defined by the River Penk, which flows along its southern boundary. This watercourse shapes the local landscape and provides a natural corridor. Coton includes the grounds of Stafford Cricket Club, a longstanding local institution. The overall character is suburban, with green spaces and playing fields integrated among the housing estates.

Area overview

On average Coton has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 173 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Coton is £47,761 per year. There are 1 schools in Coton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Coton is home to around 8,784 people, with a population density of about 4,159.5 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
173
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
21.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Coton Population
8,784
Population density
4,159.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
82.76(+116%)
Anti-social behaviour
32.79(+189%)
Public order
23.91(+293%)
Shoplifting
20.72(+137%)
Other theft
16.62(+190%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,832
77.8%
Other White
480
5.47%
Other Asian
421
4.79%
Indian
234
2.66%
Other
111
1.26%
Total population: 8,782

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,190
31.42%
Level 3 (A level)
1,313
18.84%
No qualifications
1,060
15.21%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,055
15.14%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
749
10.75%
Total 16+ residents: 6,970

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
944
26.97%
Private landlord or letting agency
860
24.57%
Owns outright
645
18.43%
Other social rented
502
14.34%
Other forms of private rent
393
11.23%
Total households: 3,500

Property prices in Coton

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Coton area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £375,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Coton 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 Coton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£322,500
Flats13£132,500
Semi-Detached31£225,000
Terraced33£193,500

10 years median price trend in Coton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Coton.

All postcodes in Coton

ST163SY

Helen Sharman Drive

ST163YZ

St Georges Parkway

ST163EF

Paton Drive

ST163LX

Corporation Street

ST163NJ

Bell Close

ST163NZ

Prospect Road

ST163UN

Grissom Close

ST163YD

Colton Close

ST163JP

Chesham Road

ST163ND

Edison Road

ST163NN

Prospect Road

ST163NP

Read Avenue

ST163NX

Douglas Road West

ST163WJ

Pearl Brook Avenue

ST163YY

Barras Park

ST163HF

Sandon Road

ST163AP

Victoria Street

ST162NZ

Foregate Street

ST163FL

Coton

ST163GR

Courtland Mews

ST162PS

Sash Street

ST163FU

Gibson Close

ST163YG

Portal Road

ST163ST

Brunel Close

ST163WQ

Banner Walk

ST162PU

County Road

ST163PS

Coronation Road

ST163QR

Portal Road

ST163ZL

Wheeldon Close

ST163NE

Westbourne Villas

ST163QQ

Elworthy Close

ST163WD

Harecroft

ST163XU

St Georges Parkway

ST163HH

Fairfield Court

ST163QZ

Harris Road

ST163SD

Helen Sharman Drive

ST163JF

Hopton Street

ST163NG

Edison Road

ST163NY

Byron Close

ST163QL

Portal Road

ST163FX

Sandalwood Drive

ST163HQ

Sandon Road

ST163QY

Harris Road

ST163WN

White Steed Close

ST163LY

Corporation Street

ST163NQ

Faraday Road

ST163QH

Trenchard Avenue

ST163QT

Elworthy Close

ST162PT

Foregate Street

ST162TF

Chell Road

ST163JE

Henry Street

ST163NA

Lister Road

ST163NS

Clement Close

ST163HY

Freemen Street

ST163TE

Corporation Street

ST163HS

Tollgate Drive

ST163HT

Leons Way

ST163QB

Trenchard Avenue

ST163QG

Dickson Road

ST163RA

Tedder Road

Data Sources

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