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About

Penkside ward occupies a low-lying area directly north of Stafford town centre, bordered by the River Sow and its tributary, the River Penk. The area is primarily residential, characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, with some modern infill developments. Its streets form a dense grid pattern leading towards the central commercial spine of Newport Road. The ward contains several local parks and green spaces, including Victoria Park, which provides recreational space in this urban setting.

The area is defined by its waterways, with the Penk flowing openly through parts of the ward before its confluence with the Sow near the town centre. Stafford Railway Station, a key transport hub for the county, lies within its boundaries, influencing the local environment with associated infrastructure. Community facilities include multiple primary schools and the historic St. Mary's Church, serving the local parish. The ward's proximity to the town centre means it functions largely as a residential suburb for central Stafford.

Area overview

On average Penkside has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Penkside is £46,676 per year. There are 1 schools in Penkside: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Penkside is home to around 3,566 people, with a population density of about 1,750.0 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
77
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
29.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Penkside Population
3,566
Population density
1,750 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.75(+14%)
Shoplifting
24.68(+182%)
Anti-social behaviour
21.31(+88%)
Public order
7.57(+24%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.45(-10%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,037
85.14%
Other White
154
4.32%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
52
1.46%
Indian
51
1.43%
African
38
1.07%
Total population: 3,567

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
727
26.88%
No qualifications
606
22.4%
Level 3 (A level)
450
16.64%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
422
15.6%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
305
11.28%
Total 16+ residents: 2,705

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
380
25.57%
Other social rented
368
24.76%
Owns outright
319
21.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
200
13.46%
Social rents from council
177
11.91%
Total households: 1,486

Property prices in Penkside

Based on 34 recent sales, the median property price is £194,975 in Penkside area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £360,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Penkside 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 Penkside over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£302,500
Flats2£80,000
Semi-Detached11£220,000
Terraced15£159,250

10 years median price trend in Penkside

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

All postcodes in Penkside

ST174HR

School Lane

ST174XX

Daimler Close

ST174UW

Basil Close

ST174LB

Quantico Close

ST174HG

Old Rickerscote Lane

ST174EB

Exeter Street

ST174HW

St Peters Gardens

ST174XW

Daurada Drive

ST174XJ

Romesco Way

ST174XH

Hainer Close

ST174YF

Jupiter Way

ST174HL

St Peters Gardens

ST174EX

Rickerscote Road

ST174YD

Washington Drive

ST174XZ

Rhein Way

ST174EE

Exeter Street

ST174XQ

Brent Close

ST174NT

Meadow Way

ST174HF

Rickerscote

ST174FN

Forest Drive

ST174JP

Meadow Court

ST174EQ

Peach Avenue

ST174GA

Bridge Gardens

ST174JQ

Meadow Road

ST174SU

Old Rickerscote Lane

ST174FJ

Exeter Street

ST174EL

Sidney Avenue

ST174EW

Sidney Avenue

ST174XU

Savoureuse Drive

ST174EN

Sidney Avenue

ST174HZ

Prospect Place

ST174EZ

Rickerscote Avenue

ST174EY

Rickerscote Avenue

ST174SN

St Peters Close

ST174HA

Rickerscote

ST174HY

Rickerscote Hall Lane

ST174JE

Ferry Farm Drive

ST174XP

Batholdi Way

ST174EF

Exeter Street

ST174HB

Rickerscote Road

ST174JD

Silkmore Lane

ST174LD

Vauban Drive

ST174UN

Fennel Drive

ST174EG

Exeter Street

ST174EH

Plant Crescent

ST174UP

Rosemary Avenue

ST174YB

Tyria Way

ST174EJ

Perrin Close

ST174FF

Blossom Gardens

ST179EZ

The Brandons

ST174JB

Silkmore Lane

ST174EP

Sidney Avenue

ST174NS

Barbary Grange

ST174XS

Catalan Close

ST174XT

Landstone Road

ST174HD

St Peters Gardens

ST174HP

Hinton Close

ST174JA

Rickerscote Road

ST174XY

Abbey Close

ST174HQ

School Lane

ST174HH

School Lane Close

ST174HJ

St Peters Gardens

ST174YA

Virginia Avenue

ST174YE

Lion Way

ST174JY

Kamienna Close

ST174ED

Exeter Street

ST174HE

Rickerscote Road

ST174HN

Church Close

ST174XR

Tarragona Drive

Data Sources

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