About Baswich

Baswich is a village located in Staffordshire, within the ST17 postcode area of England. It lies to the south of the town of Uttoxeter and is situated near the River Trent. The village has a rural character, with a mix of traditional and modern housing, and is surrounded by open countryside. Baswich is part of the civil parish of Baswich and is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the Staffordshire countryside. The area is accessible by road, with the A513 passing nearby, and is within easy reach of larger towns and cities in the region. The village has a small community and retains a sense of local identity, with a few local amenities and a church at its heart.

School Ratings in Baswich

Baswich is served by 46 schools. Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School and Silkmore Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Baswich

Property prices average £253K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £207K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Baswich

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Baswich, with 51 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Baswich

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Baswich falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Baswich

Most properties in Baswich can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,253 sales

Average Price £253K
£5K — £4.55M
Detached £358K 1,782
Semi £207K 2,025
Terraced £172K 1,059
Flat £125K 308

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
6 Secondary
9 Other
Leasowes Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles St Anne's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Leonard's Primary School Primary 0.8 miles St John's CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Veritas Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles The Weston Road Academy Secondary Good 1 miles Walton High School Secondary 1.1 miles Barnfields Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Oakridge Primary School Primary 1.2 miles St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.2 miles St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Baswich IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Baswich in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,121 Children (0-15) 17%
28,426 Working Age 60%
14,022 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.7% 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 Baswich 399 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Baswich is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

165 Violence & Sexual Offences
51 Anti-Social Behaviour
49 Shoplifting
30 Criminal Damage & Arson
26 Public Order
20 Other Theft
16 Drugs
11 Vehicle Crime
10 Other Crime
8 Bicycle Theft
5 Weapons
4 Burglary
4 Robbery
Local Policing
Staffordshire Milford,Baswich,Weeping Cross 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

Penkridge Train Station 5.4 miles
Norton Bridge Train Station 6.4 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 6.8 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 6.9 miles
Hednesford Train Station 7.2 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Queensville 0.6 miles Weeping Cross 0.6 miles Littleworth 0.9 miles Forebridge 1.2 miles Wildwood 1.2 miles Stafford 1.4 miles Risingbrook 1.4 miles Milford 1.4 miles Walton-on-the-Hill 1.4 miles Beaconside 1.4 miles Rickerscote 1.8 miles Moss Pit 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Stafford
County Staffordshire
Ward Baswich
Constituency Stafford
Parish Stafford, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST17 30 shown View all streets

A51 4 A513 2 A518 1 Abberley Grove 1 Abbey Close 1 Acton Hill Lane 1 Acton Hill Road 1 Alder Grove 1 Alexandra Road 2 Allium Road 2 Alsop Crest 1 Ampleforth Drive 2 Anemone Avenue 3 Anson Drive 2 Apple Tree Close 1 Appledore Close 1 Ardingley Avenue 1 Ascot Road 2 Ash Rise 1 Ashflats Lane 1 Aspen Croft 1 Astoria Drive 1 Attlee Crescent 2 Auden Way 1 Austin Friars 4 Averill Road 1 Babbacombe Avenue 1 Bagots Oak 3 Bailey Street 1 Balmoral Road 1

Postcodes in ST17 50 shown View all postcodes

ST17 0AA ST17 0AB ST17 0AD ST17 0AE ST17 0AG ST17 0AH ST17 0AJ ST17 0AL ST17 0AN ST17 0AP ST17 0AQ ST17 0AR ST17 0AS ST17 0AU ST17 0AW ST17 0AX ST17 0AY ST17 0AZ ST17 0BA ST17 0BB ST17 0BD ST17 0BH ST17 0BJ ST17 0BL ST17 0BN ST17 0BP ST17 0BS ST17 0BT ST17 0BU ST17 0BW ST17 0BX ST17 0BY ST17 0BZ ST17 0DA ST17 0DB ST17 0DF ST17 0DG ST17 0DH ST17 0DJ ST17 0DL ST17 0DN ST17 0DP ST17 0DQ ST17 0DR ST17 0DS ST17 0DW ST17 0DZ ST17 0EA ST17 0EB ST17 0ED