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About Braddocks Hay
Braddocks Hay is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the county of England. It lies in a rural area, with the surrounding landscape characterised by open fields and scattered woodland. The village is part of the ST8 postcode area, which covers a wide rural region in the north of Staffordshire. While not a large community, Braddocks Hay retains a quiet, countryside atmosphere, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The area is accessible via local roads, and nearby villages offer basic amenities. Its location provides a peaceful environment for those seeking a slower pace of life, with easy access to the wider Staffordshire countryside.
School Ratings in Braddocks Hay
Families in Braddocks Hay have access to 90 local schools. Oxhey First School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Braddocks Hay
Homes sell for an average of £203K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £168K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Braddocks Hay
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Braddocks Hay, with 45 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Braddocks Hay
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Braddocks Hay 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.
Healthcare in Braddocks Hay
There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Braddocks Hay, the nearest being Biddulph Drug Misuse (0.1 miles away).
Local Data for Braddocks Hay
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Property Prices 2,653 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST8 postcode area.
Household Income in Braddocks Hay ONS 2023
The average total household income in Braddocks Hay is approximately £47,700 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,742. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,742.
Businesses in Braddocks Hay ONS 2025
There are approximately 602 active businesses based in Braddocks Hay, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Braddocks Hay IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Braddocks Hay 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.
Crime in Braddocks Hay 145 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Braddocks Hay is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Braddocks Hay
Of the 8,707 households in and around Braddocks Hay, 78% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Braddocks Hay.