Leek East & Upper Hulme is a rural area in the Staffordshire Moorlands, known for its rolling countryside and proximity to the Peak District National Park. The landscape features farmland, woodlands, and small settlements, with Leek serving as the nearest market town. The area is characterised by quiet lanes, stone-built cottages, and open moorland, offering a mix of agricultural and residential land use.
Upper Hulme lies on the edge of the Roaches, a prominent gritstone ridge popular with walkers and climbers. The region has a strong connection to local history, with traditional industries like farming and textiles shaping its development. Public footpaths and bridleways provide access to the surrounding countryside, making it attractive for outdoor recreation. The area maintains a close-knit community feel, with local amenities centred in nearby Leek.
On average Leek East & Upper Hulme has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leek East & Upper Hulme is £36,800 per year. There are 10 schools in Leek East & Upper Hulme: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £202,500 in Leek East & Upper Hulme area, with individual transactions ranging from £76,000 up to £650,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 19 | £375,000 |
| Flats | 4 | £101,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 23 | £210,000 |
| Terraced | 24 | £141,500 |
10 years price trend in Leek East & Upper Hulme
ST138PT
Lake Road
ST136NF
Abbott's Road
ST135BT
Sharron Drive
ST135BW
Kniveden Lane
ST136AW
Ball Haye Road
ST136EQ
Buxton Road
ST136JZ
Portland Street
ST136NL
Buxton Road
ST138UA
Leek East & Upper Hulme
ST138US
Tittesworth Estate
SK170QP
Leek Road
SK170QR
Leek Road
ST135DH
Ashbourne Road
ST135BE
Kniveden Lane
ST136BG
Hayes Close
ST136HE
Carlton Terrace
ST138SL
Macclesfield Road
SK170SN
Brown Lane
SK170SQ
Leek East & Upper Hulme
SK170TB
Wickenlow Lane
SK170TE
Leek East & Upper Hulme
ST138UD
Leek East & Upper Hulme
ST136AT
Ball Haye Road
ST136AY
Ball Haye Green
ST136BS
Ball Haye Green
ST136EG
Buxton Road
ST136NE
Buxton Road
ST136QA
Prince Charles Avenue
ST136QL
Horsecroft Crescent
SK110SL
Leek East & Upper Hulme
SK170QX
Leek Road
SK170SL
Hollinsclough Rake
SK170ST
New Road
ST135DB
Pitcher Lane
ST136AA
Abbott's Road
ST136LG
Springfield Close
ST136QG
Queens Drive
ST138UG
Leek East & Upper Hulme
SK110SW
Leek East & Upper Hulme
SK170QN
Leek Road
ST136AU
Ball Haye Road
ST136DQ
Springfield Drive
ST136HB
The Crescent
ST136QN
Queens Drive
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.