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Location in StaffordshireBrereton sits where the marker shows within the county.

39,929
Population
15,183
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,336
Avg. household income
1,450
Businesses
317
People per km²
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About Brereton

Brereton is a village located in Staffordshire, within the WS15 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Rugeley and is situated near the border with Cheshire. The village has a rural character, with a mix of traditional and modern housing, and is surrounded by open countryside. Brereton is known for its proximity to the M6 motorway, which provides easy access to major cities such as Birmingham and Manchester. The area includes a number of local amenities, including a church, a village hall, and a primary school. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. Brereton is also close to the Brereton Hall estate, a historic property with extensive grounds that are occasionally open to the public. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and cycling, making it a peaceful place to live or visit.

School Ratings in Brereton

Families in Brereton have access to 46 local schools. The St. Mary's CofE Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brereton

Homes sell for an average of £264K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £197K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brereton

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Brereton, with 29 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brereton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brereton 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 Brereton

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Brereton, the nearest being Brereton Surgery (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Brereton

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Property Prices 5,139 sales

Average Price £264K
£3K , £16.25M
Detached £369K 1,603
Semi £197K 1,813
Terraced £184K 1,192
Flat £117K 264

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

34 Primary
5 Secondary
7 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 12
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WS15 postcode area.

Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Rugeley John Taylor All-through 0.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Chase View Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Churchfield CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles The Croft Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Chancel Primary School Primary 1.6 miles The Hart School Secondary Good 1.7 miles Forest Hills Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles The John Bamford Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Henry Chadwick Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles

Household Income in Brereton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Brereton is approximately £50,336 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,720. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Brereton £50,336
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,720.

Businesses in Brereton ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,450 active businesses based in Brereton, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,450 Total businesses
36 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Brereton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Brereton 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
6,917 Children (0-15) 17%
24,018 Working Age 60%
8,985 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.1% 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 Brereton 218 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Brereton is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 102
Anti-Social Behaviour 29
Public Order 21
Criminal Damage & Arson 20
Shoplifting 8
Other Crime 8
Vehicle Crime 7
Drugs 6
Other Theft 6
Burglary 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Weapons 2
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
Staffordshire Brereton Ravenhill & Hagley 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

Rugeley Town Train Station 0.9 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 1.6 miles
Hednesford Train Station 4.2 miles
Cannock Train Station 5.8 miles
Lichfield City Train Station 6 miles
Landywood Train Station 7.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Breretonhill 0.6 miles Brereton Cross 0.9 miles Armitage 1.2 miles Upper Longdon 1.2 miles Hill Ridware 1.4 miles Rugeley 1.4 miles Rake End 1.8 miles Mavesyn Ridware 1.9 miles Slitting Mill 2 miles Etchinghill 2.2 miles Longdon 2.2 miles Handsacre 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Cannock Chase
County Staffordshire
Ward Brereton and Ravenhill
Constituency Cannock Chase
Parish Brereton and Ravenhill
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Brereton

Of the 17,120 households in and around Brereton, 73% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 11% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brereton

What is the population of Brereton?
Brereton has a population of approximately 39,929 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Brereton?
The average property in and around Brereton sold for about £263,982, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 24% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Brereton a deprived area?
Brereton sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Brereton?
Brereton is covered by the WS15 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Brereton?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Brereton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Brereton?
The nearest railway station to Brereton is Rugeley Town Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in WS15 30 shown View all streets

A460 1 A51 3 A513 1 Abbots Bromley Road 1 Abbots Walk 1 Alandale Avenue 1 Albany Drive 1 Albion Street 1 Alen Brit Walk 1 Alfred Lyons Close 1 Anson Street 6 Antler Drive 1 Arch Street 2 Arden Close 1 Arden Walk 1 Armishaw Place 1 Armitage Gardens 1 Armitage Lane 3 Armitage Road 8 Arthur Evans Close 1 Arthur Wood Place 1 Ashbrook Lane 4 Ashleigh Road 1 Ashtree Bank 1 Attlee Crescent 2 Averill Drive 1 B5013 1 B5014 1 B5234 1 Back Lane 25

Postcodes in WS15 50 shown View all postcodes

WS15 1AA WS15 1AB WS15 1AD WS15 1AE WS15 1AF WS15 1AG WS15 1AH WS15 1AJ WS15 1AL WS15 1AN WS15 1AP WS15 1AQ WS15 1AR WS15 1AS WS15 1AT WS15 1AU WS15 1AW WS15 1AX WS15 1AY WS15 1AZ WS15 1BA WS15 1BB WS15 1BD WS15 1BE WS15 1BF WS15 1BG WS15 1BH WS15 1BJ WS15 1BL WS15 1BN WS15 1BP WS15 1BQ WS15 1BS WS15 1BT WS15 1BU WS15 1BW WS15 1BX WS15 1BY WS15 1BZ WS15 1DA WS15 1DB WS15 1DD WS15 1DE WS15 1DF WS15 1DG WS15 1DH WS15 1DJ WS15 1DL WS15 1DN WS15 1DP