The Staffordshire Moorlands is a district in the West Midlands, known for its mix of rural landscapes and small market towns. The area includes parts of the Peak District National Park, featuring moorland, hills, and reservoirs. Towns like Leek and Biddulph serve as local hubs, with historic architecture and traditional markets. The district has a strong agricultural heritage, with farming playing a key role in the local economy.
Outdoor activities are popular in the Staffordshire Moorlands, with walking, cycling, and fishing drawing visitors. The region is also home to industrial history, including former mills and pottery works. Transport links connect the district to nearby cities like Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester, while maintaining a quieter, countryside feel. The mix of natural scenery and historic towns gives the area a distinct character.
On average Staffordshire Moorlands has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Staffordshire Moorlands is £41,884 per year. There are 68 schools in Staffordshire Moorlands: 43 primary (6 Outstanding and 30 Good) and 8 secondary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good).
Based on 1,201 recent sales, the median property price is £228,000 in Staffordshire Moorlands area, with individual transactions ranging from £54,500 up to £1,500,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 441 | £320,000 |
| Flats | 37 | £104,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 438 | £210,000 |
| Terraced | 285 | £150,000 |
10 years price trend in Staffordshire Moorlands
Alton
Bagnall and Stanley
Biddulph East
Biddulph Moor
Biddulph North
Biddulph South
Biddulph West
Brown Edge and Endon
Caverswall
Cellarhead
Cheadle North East
Cheadle South East
Cheadle West
Checkley
Cheddleton
Churnet
Dane
Forsbrook
Hamps Valley
Horton
Ipstones
Leek East
Leek North
Leek South
Leek West
Manifold
Werrington
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.