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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 186 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
186
Deprivation level
6/10
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
87.66(+127%)
Anti-social behaviour
37.23(+246%)
Public order
24.13(+298%)
Shoplifting
22.2(+155%)
Criminal damage and arson
19.35(+165%)
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%
African
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 85 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Coton area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £352,500.

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
Detached1£270,000
Flats17£117,000
Semi-Detached28£218,500
Terraced39£195,000

10 years median price trend in Coton

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

All postcodes in Coton

ST163JQ

Oxford Gardens

ST163HQ

Sandon Road

ST163NJ

Bell Close

ST163SX

Coton

ST163RD

Trenchard Avenue

ST162DL

Foregate Street

ST162PL

St Patricks Street

ST163HH

Fairfield Court

ST163QE

Slessor Road

ST163JE

Henry Street

ST163QS

Beaconside Close

ST163SY

Helen Sharman Drive

ST163NX

Douglas Road West

ST163FU

Gibson Close

ST163GR

Courtland Mews

ST163HY

Freemen Street

ST163AS

Lloyd Street

ST163AJ

Gaol Road

ST163AR

Gaol Road

ST163QP

Salmond Avenue

ST163QD

Douglas Road

ST163JF

Hopton Street

ST163NL

Newton Road

ST163QF

Embry Avenue

ST163PS

Coronation Road

ST163NT

Douglas Road West

ST163JZ

Snow Hill

ST163WG

Shielding Way

ST163YB

Sandon Road

ST163JP

Chesham Road

ST163NB

Lister Road

ST163WU

Nimrod Avenue

ST163XY

Sandon Road

ST162PX

Foregate Street

ST163QJ

Pike Close

ST163JW

Frinton Close

ST163QG

Dickson Road

ST163WJ

Pearl Brook Avenue

ST163WR

Swift Brook Close

ST163AF

Sandon Road

ST163LX

Corporation Street

ST163WA

Douglas Road West

ST163LS

Corporation Street

ST163PA

Prospect Road

ST163AT

Browning Street

ST162QD

Foregate Street

ST163PD

Sheridan Street

ST163WZ

Krefeld Green

ST163LT

Corporation Street

ST163NN

Prospect Road

ST163QX

Tedder Road

ST163QL

Portal Road

ST163JB

Oxford Gardens

ST163QT

Elworthy Close

ST163JR

Coronation Road

ST163PR

Corporation Street

ST163AH

Chapel Terrace

ST163AG

Corporation Street

ST163WP

Patron Grove

ST163QZ

Harris Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.