About Acton

Acton is a village located in Staffordshire, within the ST5 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and farmland. The village has a small community with a mix of residential properties and local amenities. Historically, Acton has been a farming community, and this agricultural heritage remains evident in the surrounding landscape. The area is accessible by road, with nearby connections to larger towns such as Stafford and Lichfield. Acton retains a quiet, settled atmosphere, typical of many villages in the English Midlands. It offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a slower pace of life while still being within reach of urban centres.

School Ratings in Acton

There are 88 schools in and around Acton. Oaklands Nursery School and Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Acton

The average property price is £199K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £173K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Acton

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Acton, with 91 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Acton

Acton sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Acton

Broadband speeds in Acton are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 12,043 sales

Average Price £199K
£660 — £22.5M
Detached £308K 2,653
Semi £173K 4,449
Terraced £124K 3,242
Flat £88K 1,183

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
12 Secondary
31 Other
Seabridge Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Our Lady and St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School Primary 2 miles Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Langdale Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Clayton Hall Academy Secondary Good 2.2 miles Westlands Primary School Primary 2.3 miles University of Keele Good 2.3 miles Newcastle Academy Secondary Good 2.4 miles Edenhurst Preparatory School 2.4 miles Coppice Academy 2.6 miles Co-op Academy Friarswood Primary 2.6 miles St John's CofE Primary Academy Primary 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Acton IMD 2025

Acton sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
15,587 Children (0-15) 16%
59,930 Working Age 63%
25,259 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Acton 526 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Acton sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

231 Violence & Sexual Offences
91 Anti-Social Behaviour
43 Public Order
38 Shoplifting
37 Criminal Damage & Arson
21 Other Theft
18 Burglary
15 Drugs
11 Vehicle Crime
10 Other Crime
6 Robbery
3 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Staffordshire Madeley Keele & Loggerheads Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Wedgwood Train Station 4 miles
Barlaston Train Station 4.5 miles
Longton Train Station 5.3 miles
Longport Train Station 5.3 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 6.4 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 7.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Butterton 0.9 miles Whitmore 0.9 miles Hanchurch 1.2 miles Shelton under Harley 1.4 miles Seabridge 1.4 miles The Rowe 1.9 miles Northwood 2 miles Stableford 2 miles Knowl Wall 2.2 miles Clayton 2.2 miles Hill Chorlton 2.2 miles Baldwin's Gate 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Newcastle-under-Lyme
County Staffordshire
Ward Wolstanton
Constituency Newcastle-under-Lyme
Parish Newcastle-under-Lyme, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST5 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 2 Abbots Way 6 Acacia Avenue 1 Acacia Grove 1 Acton Road 6 Adams Street 1 Agger Hill 2 Albany Road 2 Albermarle Road 4 Albert Street 5 Albert Terrace 3 Aldeburgh Drive 1 Alder Grove 1 Alderney Close 1 Alexandra Road 2 Allensway 1 Allman Row 1 Allthorpe Place 1 Almond Place 1 Alton Close 1 Anchor Close 1 Apedale Road 1 Applecroft 1 Appleton Drive 1 Archer Grove 1 Arlington Court 1 Arnold Grove 3 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Way 1

Postcodes in ST5 50 shown View all postcodes

ST5 0AA ST5 0AB ST5 0AD ST5 0AE ST5 0AF ST5 0AG ST5 0AH ST5 0AJ ST5 0AL ST5 0AP ST5 0AQ ST5 0AR ST5 0AS ST5 0AY ST5 0BA ST5 0BE ST5 0BG ST5 0BH ST5 0BJ ST5 0BL ST5 0BN ST5 0BP ST5 0BQ ST5 0BS ST5 0BT ST5 0BU ST5 0BW ST5 0BX ST5 0BY ST5 0BZ ST5 0DA ST5 0DB ST5 0DD ST5 0DE ST5 0DF ST5 0DG ST5 0DH ST5 0DJ ST5 0DL ST5 0DN ST5 0DP ST5 0DQ ST5 0DR ST5 0DS ST5 0DT ST5 0DU ST5 0DW ST5 0DX ST5 0DY ST5 0DZ