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11,018
Population
4,247
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,930
Avg. household income
367
Businesses
264
People per km²
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About Blythe Bridge

Blythe Bridge is a town in Staffordshire, England, located within the ST11 postcode area. It lies just north of the River Trent and is situated near the border with Cheshire. The town developed significantly during the Industrial Revolution, particularly due to its position on the Trent and Mersey Canal and the nearby railway line. Blythe Bridge is known for its historic canal-side buildings and the Blythe Bridge railway station, which connects the town to nearby cities including Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester. The area has a mix of residential streets and local businesses, with a community feel that reflects its long-standing industrial heritage. It is a convenient base for exploring the wider Staffordshire countryside and the nearby Peak District.

School Ratings in Blythe Bridge

There are 76 schools in and around Blythe Bridge. Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blythe Bridge

The average property price is £251K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £205K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blythe Bridge

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Blythe Bridge, with 51 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blythe Bridge

Blythe Bridge 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.

Healthcare in Blythe Bridge

There are 12 GP surgeries within three miles of Blythe Bridge, the nearest being Trinity Medical Centre (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Blythe Bridge

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Property Prices 1,379 sales

Average Price £251K
£530 , £2.05M
Detached £334K 491
Semi £205K 606
Terraced £165K 184
Flat £108K 42

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
10 Secondary
21 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST11 postcode area.

Springcroft Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Portland School Not applicable 0.4 miles Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Blythe Bridge High School Secondary 0.4 miles The William Amory Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Filumena's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Crescent Children's Centre 1.1 miles The Crescent Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Draycott Moor College Not applicable Good 1.3 miles The Grange Children's Centre 1.4 miles Sandon Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 1.4 miles

Household Income in Blythe Bridge ONS 2023

The average total household income in Blythe Bridge is approximately £50,930 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,167. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Blythe Bridge £50,930
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,167.

Businesses in Blythe Bridge ONS 2025

There are approximately 367 active businesses based in Blythe Bridge, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 0 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

367 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Blythe Bridge IMD 2025

Blythe Bridge 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 27%
1,677 Children (0-15) 15%
6,406 Working Age 58%
2,945 Older (65+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.2% 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 Blythe Bridge 188 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Blythe Bridge sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 59
Anti-Social Behaviour 51
Other Theft 23
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Vehicle Crime 11
Burglary 8
Public Order 8
Shoplifting 4
Drugs 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Robbery 2
Weapons 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
Staffordshire Forsbrook & Caverswall 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

Blythe Bridge Train Station 0.5 miles
Longton Train Station 3.2 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 4.5 miles
Barlaston Train Station 4.5 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 5.7 miles
Longport Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Forsbrook 0.6 miles Blythe Marsh 0.6 miles Moor Green 0.6 miles Caverswall 0.6 miles Stonehouses 1.4 miles Meir 1.4 miles Cookshill 1.4 miles Stallington 1.4 miles Dilhorne 1.8 miles Cresswell 1.8 miles Lightwood 1.9 miles Boundary 2 miles

Local Government

District Staffordshire Moorlands
County Staffordshire
Ward Checkley
Constituency Stone
Parish Draycott in the Moors
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Blythe Bridge

Of the 4,716 households in and around Blythe Bridge, 83% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 83% Social rented 7% Private rented 10%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blythe Bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blythe Bridge

What is the population of Blythe Bridge?
Blythe Bridge has a population of approximately 11,018 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Blythe Bridge?
The average property in and around Blythe Bridge sold for about £250,542, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 28% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Blythe Bridge a deprived area?
Blythe Bridge sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Blythe Bridge?
Blythe Bridge is covered by the ST11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Blythe Bridge?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Blythe Bridge, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Blythe Bridge?
The nearest railway station to Blythe Bridge is Blythe Bridge Train Station, about 0.5 miles away.

Streets in ST11 30 shown View all streets

A50 4 Adamthwaite Close 1 Adamthwaite Drive 1 Argyll Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashwood Grove 1 Aynsley's Drive 2 Bancroft Lane 1 Bankhouse Road 1 Barlstone Avenue 1 Baulk Lane 1 Beaumont Rise 1 Beech Court 2 Beechwood Close 1 Beverley Crescent 1 Birch Grove 1 Blithe View 1 Blythe Bridge Road 1 Blythe Close 1 Blythe Mount Park 1 Blythe Road 1 Bogs Lane 1 Brammall Drive 2 Bridgwood Road 2 Brook Close 1 Brookgate 1 Callow Hall Lane 1 Calverhay Close 1 Cavell Court 1 Caverswall Common 1

Postcodes in ST11 50 shown View all postcodes

ST11 9AA ST11 9AB ST11 9AD ST11 9AE ST11 9AF ST11 9AG ST11 9AH ST11 9AJ ST11 9AL ST11 9AN ST11 9AP ST11 9AQ ST11 9AR ST11 9AS ST11 9AT ST11 9AU ST11 9AW ST11 9AX ST11 9AY ST11 9AZ ST11 9BA ST11 9BB ST11 9BD ST11 9BF ST11 9BG ST11 9BH ST11 9BJ ST11 9BL ST11 9BN ST11 9BP ST11 9BQ ST11 9BS ST11 9BT ST11 9BU ST11 9BW ST11 9BX ST11 9BY ST11 9BZ ST11 9DA ST11 9DB ST11 9DD ST11 9DE ST11 9DF ST11 9DG ST11 9DH ST11 9DJ ST11 9DL ST11 9DN ST11 9DP ST11 9DQ