About Ball Green

Ball Green is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the ST6 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is close to the village of Rugeley. The local community is quiet and family-oriented, with access to nearby amenities in Rugeley, including shops, schools, and a railway station. The landscape is characterised by rolling fields and hedgerows, typical of the Staffordshire countryside. There are no major attractions or landmarks in Ball Green itself, but its proximity to larger towns makes it a convenient location for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining connected to urban services.

School Ratings in Ball Green

Families in Ball Green have access to 148 local schools. St Marys Catholic Academy and Whitfield Valley Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ball Green

Homes sell for an average of £159K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £89K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ball Green

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ball Green, with 121 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ball Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ball Green within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ball Green

Ball Green 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 9,177 sales

Average Price £159K
£3K £93.4M
Detached £229K 1,273
Semi £135K 3,054
Terraced £89K 4,067
Flat £73K 301

Deprivation and Employment in Ball Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ball Green experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
17,690 Children (0-15) 21%
51,706 Working Age 61%
20,170 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.9% 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 Ball Green 747 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Ball Green are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

274 Violence & Sexual Offences
121 Anti-Social Behaviour
62 Public Order
54 Criminal Damage & Arson
49 Other Theft
48 Shoplifting
41 Vehicle Crime
31 Burglary
22 Other Crime
19 Drugs
12 Weapons
9 Robbery
5 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Staffordshire Baddeley, Milton & Norton 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

Longport Train Station 3 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 3.8 miles
Longton Train Station 5.5 miles
Alsager Train Station 6.1 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 7.5 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Stoke-on-Trent
County Staffordshire
Ward Burslem Central
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent North
Parish Stoke-on-Trent, unparished area
Region West Midlands