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About Apedale
Apedale is a village located in Staffordshire, within the ST5 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by countryside and close to the border with Shropshire. The area is known for its agricultural landscape and peaceful environment, with a small community and traditional village character. Apedale is situated near the Apedale Valley, which has historical connections to coal mining and industrial activity in the region. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stafford. It offers a quiet, countryside setting with a sense of local history and community.
School Ratings in Apedale
Families in Apedale have access to 139 local schools. 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 Apedale
Homes sell for an average of £204K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £179K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Apedale
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Apedale, with 116 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Apedale
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Apedale around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Apedale
There are 20 GP surgeries within three miles of Apedale, the nearest being Children & Adolescent Mental Health (1.1 miles away).
Local Data for Apedale
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Property Prices 11,897 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST5 postcode area.
Household Income in Apedale ONS 2023
The average total household income in Apedale is approximately £47,033 a year before tax, 15% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,606. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,606.
Businesses in Apedale ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,332 active businesses based in Apedale, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 62 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Apedale IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Apedale are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Apedale 553 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Apedale is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Apedale
Of the 35,192 households in and around Apedale, 65% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Apedale.