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About

Stafford is a district in the West Midlands, covering an area of approximately 598 square kilometres. It includes the historic market town of Stafford, along with several smaller towns and rural villages. The district is known for its mix of urban and countryside landscapes, with the River Sow running through the town centre. Stafford has strong transport links, including a mainline railway station and proximity to the M6 motorway.

The area features a range of historical landmarks, such as Stafford Castle and the Ancient High House. Agriculture and manufacturing play significant roles in the local economy, alongside retail and services. The district also hosts Staffordshire University, contributing to its educational and cultural profile. Surrounding villages like Gnosall and Stone offer quieter, rural living options while remaining connected to the town.

Area overview

On average Stafford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stafford is £47,364 per year. There are 68 schools in Stafford: 50 primary (6 Outstanding and 36 Good) and 7 secondary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Stafford Population

136,867

Population density

228.8 per km²

Demographics

British

123,203

90.01%

Other White

3,721

2.72%

Indian

1,856

1.36%

Other Asian

1,173

0.86%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

1,106

0.81%

Total population: 136,870

Housing

Owns outright

23,474

39.09%

Owns with a mortgage

18,558

30.91%

Private landlord or letting agency

7,788

12.97%

Other social rented

6,104

10.17%

Social rents from council

2,042

3.4%

Total households: 60,047

Property prices in Stafford

Based on 1,619 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Stafford area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,730,000.

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 Stafford over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	664	£365,000	£235,000	£295,000	£450,000	£650,000
Flats	102	£130,000	£69,150	£99,750	£165,000	£220,000
Semi-Detached	514	£235,000	£156,300	£197,250	£280,000	£375,350
Terraced	339	£185,000	£129,800	£160,000	£220,000	£325,800

10 years median price trend in Stafford

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

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

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