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Leek Town

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About

Leek Town is located in the Staffordshire Moorlands, surrounded by rolling hills and countryside. The area is known for its historic market town charm, with a mix of traditional stone buildings and local independent shops. The town sits near the Peak District National Park, offering easy access to outdoor activities like walking and cycling.

Leek has a strong sense of community, with regular markets and events held in the town centre. The area features several historic landmarks, including St Edward’s Church and the Nicholson Institute, one of the oldest public libraries in England. Local businesses range from cafes and pubs to craft shops, reflecting the town’s heritage and rural setting.

Area overview

On average Leek Town has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leek Town is £34,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Leek Town: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
114
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
13.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Leek Town Population
7,992
Population density
1,897.7 per km²

Demographics

British
7,520
94.11%
Other White
176
2.2%
White and Asian (mixed)
54
0.68%
Other Asian
38
0.48%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
27
0.34%
Total population: 7,991

Housing

Owns outright
1,349
33.82%
Owns with a mortgage
1,028
25.77%
Private landlord or letting agency
930
23.31%
Other social rented
447
11.21%
Other forms of private rent
111
2.78%
Total households: 3,989

Property prices in Leek Town

Based on 144 recent sales, the median property price is £150,750 in Leek Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £54,500 up to £585,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£255,000
Flats8£103,000
Semi-Detached22£210,000
Terraced103£145,000

10 years price trend in Leek Town

All postcodes in Leek Town

ST135NN

King Street

ST135PR

Leek Town

ST135PU

Compton

ST135SN

Brook Street

ST136HY

Fountain Street

ST136JN

Ball Haye Street

ST136JS

Fountain Street

ST138AJ

Angle Street

ST138AW

Grove Street

ST138DB

Beggars Lane

ST138DX

Grove Street

ST138EH

Alma Street

ST138EZ

Daisy Bank

ST138RE

Alma Street

ST138XJ

Orchard Gardens

ST139TB

Stockwell Street

ST139ZZ

Stockwell Street
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.