About Audley

Audley is a village located in Staffordshire, within the ST7 postcode area of England. It lies in the northern part of the county, close to the border with Cheshire. The village is situated near the River Sow and is surrounded by rural countryside, with farmland and woodland forming much of the local landscape. Audley has a small community with a mix of residential properties and some local amenities, including a church and a few shops. The area is accessible via the A513 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Newcastle-under-Lyme and Uttoxeter. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the medieval period. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Staffordshire region.

School Ratings in Audley

Families in Audley have access to 94 local schools. Rode Heath Primary School and St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Audley

Homes sell for an average of £229K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £178K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Audley

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Audley, with 27 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Audley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Audley 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Audley

Audley benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,207 sales

Average Price £229K
£450 — £50.26M
Detached £304K 3,131
Semi £178K 3,528
Terraced £137K 1,957
Flat £145K 271

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

54 Primary
13 Secondary
27 Other
Castle Hill School Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Ravensmead Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Sir Thomas Boughey Academy Secondary Good 0.8 miles Wood Lane Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Alsagers Bank Primary Academy Primary 1.4 miles St Chad's CofE (C) Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Crackley Bank Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Chesterton Community Sports College Secondary Good 2.5 miles Springhead Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Chesterton Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Betley CofE VC Primary School Primary 2.6 miles St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School Primary 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Audley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Audley 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,601 Children (0-15) 16%
39,034 Working Age 60%
20,879 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.8% 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 Audley 209 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Audley are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

93 Violence & Sexual Offences
27 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Shoplifting
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Public Order
10 Other Theft
6 Vehicle Crime
5 Bicycle Theft
5 Other Crime
3 Burglary
3 Weapons
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
Local Policing
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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

Alsager Train Station 2.9 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 3.6 miles
Longport Train Station 3.9 miles
Sandbach Train Station 7.6 miles
Longton Train Station 8.2 miles
Nantwich Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wereton 0 yards Boon Hill 0.6 miles Halmer End 0.6 miles Miles Green 0.9 miles Bignall End 0.9 miles Shraleybrook 0.9 miles Park End 0.9 miles Butters Green 1.2 miles Wood Lane 1.2 miles Apedale 1.4 miles Knowl Bank 1.4 miles Alsagers Bank 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Newcastle-under-Lyme
County Staffordshire
Ward Kidsgrove & Ravenscliffe
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent North
Parish Kidsgrove
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST7 30 shown View all streets

A500 2 Aarons Drive 1 Acacia Gardens 2 Acton Way 2 Akesmoor Lane 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Close 1 Alderhay Lane 1 Alfred Moseley Place 3 Alma Close 1 Alsager Road 4 Anne Court 1 Apedale Road 3 Arbour Street 1 Arley Close 1 Arran Drive 1 Arrowsmith Drive 2 Arthur Maddock Road 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash View 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashenhurst Road 1 Ashenough Road 2 Ashmead Mews 2 Ashmores Lane 1 Aspen Close 1 Astbury Close 1 Attwood Street 5 Audley Road 5 Avon Court 1

Postcodes in ST7 50 shown View all postcodes

ST7 1AB ST7 1AD ST7 1AE ST7 1AF ST7 1AG ST7 1AH ST7 1AL ST7 1AN ST7 1AP ST7 1AQ ST7 1AR ST7 1AS ST7 1AT ST7 1AU ST7 1AW ST7 1AX ST7 1AY ST7 1AZ ST7 1BA ST7 1BB ST7 1BD ST7 1BE ST7 1BG ST7 1BH ST7 1BL ST7 1BN ST7 1BP ST7 1BQ ST7 1BS ST7 1BT ST7 1BU ST7 1BX ST7 1BY ST7 1BZ ST7 1DA ST7 1DB ST7 1DD ST7 1DE ST7 1DF ST7 1DG ST7 1DH ST7 1DJ ST7 1DL ST7 1DN ST7 1DP ST7 1DQ ST7 1DR ST7 1DT ST7 1DW ST7 1DX