About Booth

Booth is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the ST18 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. While it is not a large village, Booth has a small community with local amenities and a sense of close-knit neighbourliness. The surrounding area offers access to walking trails and scenic views, typical of the Staffordshire countryside. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring nearby towns and villages, with easy road connections to larger centres. The community maintains a strong connection to its rural roots, with a focus on local traditions and a slower pace of life.

School Ratings in Booth

Booth is served by 18 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Booth

Property prices average £399K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £377K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Booth

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Booth, with 35 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Booth

Booth falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Booth

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Booth, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,956 sales

Average Price £399K
£1K £51.1M
Detached £377K 1,690
Semi £236K 678
Terraced £254K 316
Flat £115K 33

Deprivation and Employment in Booth IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Booth among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,616 Children (0-15) 16%
20,248 Working Age 58%
11,496 Older (60+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.5% 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 Booth 256 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Booth 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.

108 Violence & Sexual Offences
35 Shoplifting
32 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Other Theft
15 Public Order
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Drugs
7 Bicycle Theft
7 Other Crime
6 Burglary
6 Vehicle Crime
3 Weapons
3 Robbery
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 4 stations

Uttoxeter Train Station 4.8 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 5.3 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 6.2 miles
Hednesford Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Stafford
County Staffordshire
Ward Milwich
Constituency Stafford
Parish Hopton and Coton
Region West Midlands