About Branston

Branston is a village located in Staffordshire, within the DE14 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the River Trent and is situated near the town of Burton upon Trent. The village has a mix of residential properties and open countryside, with the surrounding area offering access to walking trails and local amenities. Branston is known for its proximity to the A511 road, which connects it to nearby towns and cities. The village has a community centre and a church, contributing to its local character. While not large, it maintains a sense of community and offers a quiet, rural setting within easy reach of urban facilities.

School Ratings in Branston

There are 63 schools in and around Branston. Shobnall Primary & Nursery School and Burton and South Derbyshire College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Branston

The average property price is £214K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £131K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Branston

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Public order is prevalent across Branston, with 50 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Branston

Branston 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Branston

Broadband speeds in Branston are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,401 sales

Average Price £214K
£750 — £39.85M
Detached £280K 969
Semi £178K 1,380
Terraced £131K 2,304
Flat £97K 465

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
9 Secondary
9 Other
Rykneld Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Paget High School Secondary Good 0.4 miles Queen Street Children's Centre 1.2 miles Lift Anglesey Primary Good 1.2 miles John Taylor Free School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Shobnall Primary & Nursery School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Christ Church Primary School Primary 1.3 miles River View Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.5 miles Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles East Staffordshire Children's Centre Requires Improvement 1.6 miles Burton and South Derbyshire College 16 plus Outstanding 1.7 miles Grange School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Branston IMD 2025

Branston 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
5/10
Income
4/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
10,255 Children (0-15) 22%
30,090 Working Age 65%
8,073 Older (60+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 43.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.6% 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 Branston 505 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Branston 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.

226 Violence & Sexual Offences
50 Public Order
47 Shoplifting
42 Anti-Social Behaviour
30 Other Theft
28 Criminal Damage & Arson
27 Drugs
18 Other Crime
12 Burglary
8 Vehicle Crime
6 Robbery
4 Bicycle Theft
4 Weapons
3 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Burton-On-Trent Train Station 1.5 miles
Tutbury And Hatton Train Station 5.1 miles
Lichfield City Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tatenhill 1.2 miles Burton upon Trent 1.4 miles Shobnall 1.4 miles Rough Hay 1.8 miles Stapenhill 1.9 miles Tatenhill Common 2 miles Outwoods 2 miles Walton-on-Trent 2 miles Callingwood 2.2 miles Barton Turn 2.2 miles Dunstall 2.6 miles Anslow 2.6 miles

Local Government

District East Staffordshire
County Staffordshire
Ward Burton
Constituency Burton
Parish Burton
Region West Midlands

Streets in DE14 30 shown View all streets

A511 1 A5121 5 A5189 1 Abbey Arcade 6 Abbot Close 2 Abbots Fold Court 1 Acacia Lane 5 Adkin Close 1 Aintree Close 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Terrace 1 All Saints Croft 1 All Saints Road 4 Alma Street 1 Anglesey Road 14 Arthur Street 2 Ash Close 1 Ash Street 2 Bailey Street 1 Barker Round Way 1 Barley Close 1 Bass Cottages 2 Beech Street 2 Beresford Close 1 Beverley Road 2 Birch Close 1 Birkdale Avenue 1 Black Eagle Court 1 Blackpool Street 5 Blakeholme Court 3

Postcodes in DE14 50 shown View all postcodes

DE14 1AA DE14 1AB DE14 1AE DE14 1AH DE14 1AJ DE14 1AN DE14 1AP DE14 1AQ DE14 1AU DE14 1AX DE14 1AZ DE14 1BB DE14 1BD DE14 1BF DE14 1BG DE14 1BH DE14 1BJ DE14 1BL DE14 1BN DE14 1BQ DE14 1BS DE14 1BT DE14 1BU DE14 1BW DE14 1BX DE14 1BY DE14 1DB DE14 1DD DE14 1DE DE14 1DF DE14 1DG DE14 1DH DE14 1DJ DE14 1DL DE14 1DN DE14 1DP DE14 1DQ DE14 1DR DE14 1DS DE14 1DT DE14 1DU DE14 1DW DE14 1DX DE14 1DY DE14 1DZ DE14 1EA DE14 1EB DE14 1ED DE14 1EE DE14 1EF