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Meir South

About

Meir South is a residential ward situated on the southern edge of Stoke-on-Trent. The area is primarily composed of post-war housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. It is served by local shopping parades along Uttoxeter Road, providing essential retail and services for the community. The ward contains several primary schools and is bordered by open farmland, marking the transition from the city to the Staffordshire countryside.

A notable local landmark is the Meir Tunnel, a former railway tunnel now used as a pedestrian and cycle route. This forms part of the National Cycle Network, offering a direct green corridor through the area. The ward also includes the expansive grounds of Longton Rugby Club. Public transport connections via bus routes link the area to the wider city centre and the neighbouring town of Uttoxeter.

Area overview

On average Meir South has high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 34.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Meir South is £46,357 per year. There are 6 schools in Meir South: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Meir South

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Meir South area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £685,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Meir South over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	8	£355,000	£207,650	£231,250	£371,875	£580,000
Semi-Detached	27	£160,000	£113,700	£141,000	£181,250	£283,800
Terraced	2	£142,500	£140,250	£141,250	£143,750	£144,750

10 years median price trend in Meir South

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail