About Staffordshire

Staffordshire is a county in England with a population of approximately 1.8M across 773K households. Browse the 943 places below.

1.8M
Population
773K
Households
20.8K
Postcodes

Location

Living in Staffordshire

Staffordshire is a county in the West Midlands of England, known for its varied landscape, historic towns and strong industrial roots. The county sits between major urban areas and open countryside, with rolling farmland, river valleys and upland edges shaping much of its character. This mix of rural and industrial influence has played a significant role in how communities developed over time.

The county includes towns such as Stafford, Stoke on Trent, Burton upon Trent, Lichfield and Cannock, each with its own history and local role. Stoke on Trent grew around pottery and manufacturing, while other towns developed through brewing, mining and market trade. Alongside industry, many parts of Staffordshire retain a quieter pace of life, with villages and market towns supporting close knit communities.

Staffordshire is also shaped by its natural surroundings, including areas of woodland, canals and open countryside. Walking, cycling and outdoor recreation are widely enjoyed, particularly in places where green space sits close to towns and villages. Overall, Staffordshire offers a calm and balanced mix of working heritage, rural landscape and everyday community life, giving it a steady and well established character within England.

Places in Staffordshire 943

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Postcode Areas in Staffordshire 9

Staffordshire is served by 9 postcode areas. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.

B 36 places
CW 19 places
DE 76 places
DY 20 places
SK 21 places
ST 569 places
TF 31 places
WS 123 places
WV 48 places