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

27,942
Population
12,351
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
10
Schools nearby
£44,980
Avg. household income
1,239
Businesses
161
People per km²
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About Broomyshaw

Broomyshaw is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the ST13 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 not a large community, Broomyshaw has a modest number of residential properties, many of which are detached homes set along narrow lanes. The village is close to the border with Shropshire and is accessible via local roads connecting to nearby towns. There are no major commercial facilities within Broomyshaw itself, but residents typically rely on nearby centres for shopping and services. The area is popular with those seeking a rural lifestyle, and the surrounding fields and hedgerows offer opportunities for walking and outdoor activities.

School Ratings in Broomyshaw

There are 10 schools in and around Broomyshaw. Hopedale School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broomyshaw

The average property price is £233K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £141K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broomyshaw

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Broomyshaw, with 35 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broomyshaw

Broomyshaw 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 Broomyshaw

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Broomyshaw, the nearest being Waterhouses Medical Pract (1.2 miles away).

Local Data for Broomyshaw

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Property Prices 4,098 sales

Average Price £233K
£3K , £19.09M
Detached £348K 999
Semi £199K 1,021
Terraced £141K 1,454
Flat £129K 335

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
3 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 7
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST13 postcode area.

Compass Community School Staffordshire Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Waterhouses CofE Primary Academy Primary 1.4 miles Evergreen Not applicable Good 2.1 miles Parkgate Farm Not applicable Good 2.1 miles The Faber Catholic Primary School Primary 2.3 miles St Leonard's Church of England First School Primary 2.7 miles The Valley Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles St Werburgh's CE (A) Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Ilam Church of England Primary School Primary 4.4 miles St Peter's CofE Academy Alton Primary 4.5 miles

Household Income in Broomyshaw ONS 2023

The average total household income in Broomyshaw is approximately £44,980 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,432. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Broomyshaw £44,980
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,432.

Businesses in Broomyshaw ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,239 active businesses based in Broomyshaw, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 21 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,239 Total businesses
44 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Broomyshaw IMD 2025

Broomyshaw 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 24%
4,612 Children (0-15) 17%
16,501 Working Age 59%
6,830 Older (65+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Broomyshaw 160 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Broomyshaw sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 60
Anti-Social Behaviour 35
Criminal Damage & Arson 14
Other Theft 10
Public Order 9
Drugs 8
Vehicle Crime 8
Other Crime 6
Shoplifting 4
Burglary 2
Weapons 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Robbery 1
Local Policing
Staffordshire Waterhouses Rural 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 1 stations

Blythe Bridge Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cauldon 0.6 miles Town Head 1.2 miles Winkhill 1.2 miles Waterhouses 1.4 miles Upper Cotton 1.4 miles Cauldon Lowe 1.8 miles Back o'th' Brook 1.8 miles Waterfall 1.8 miles Cotton 1.9 miles Foxt 2 miles Moneystone 2 miles Threelows 2 miles

Local Government

District Staffordshire Moorlands
County Staffordshire
Ward Leek East
Constituency Staffordshire Moorlands
Parish Leek
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Broomyshaw

Of the 12,547 households in and around Broomyshaw, 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 Broomyshaw.

Frequently Asked Questions about Broomyshaw

What is the population of Broomyshaw?
Broomyshaw has a population of approximately 27,942 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Broomyshaw?
The average property in and around Broomyshaw sold for about £233,489, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 33% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Broomyshaw a deprived area?
Broomyshaw 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 Broomyshaw?
Broomyshaw is covered by the ST13 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Broomyshaw?
There are 10 schools within easy reach of Broomyshaw, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Broomyshaw?
The nearest railway station to Broomyshaw is Blythe Bridge Train Station, about 8.9 miles away.

Streets in ST13 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Green Road 3 Abbey Wood Close 1 Abbotts Road 3 Adams Grove 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 2 Alma Street 1 Alsop Street 1 Anchors Lane 1 Angle Street 2 Apesford Lane 2 Arden Close 1 Argles Road 3 Ashbourne Road 27 Ashcombe Road 1 Ashcombe Way 1 Ashdale Road 1 Back Lane 6 Back of the Rocks 1 Badgers Rise 1 Badgers Sett 1 Badnall Close 1 Badnall Street 1 Ball Haye Green 9 Ball Haye Road 4 Ball Haye Street 2 Ballhaye Terrace 1 Ballington Gardens 1 Ballington View 1 Barnfield Close 1

Postcodes in ST13 50 shown View all postcodes

ST13 5AB ST13 5AF ST13 5AJ ST13 5AQ ST13 5AR ST13 5AS ST13 5AT ST13 5AU ST13 5AW ST13 5AX ST13 5AY ST13 5AZ ST13 5BA ST13 5BB ST13 5BD ST13 5BE ST13 5BF ST13 5BG ST13 5BH ST13 5BJ ST13 5BL ST13 5BN ST13 5BP ST13 5BQ ST13 5BS ST13 5BT ST13 5BU ST13 5BW ST13 5BX ST13 5BY ST13 5BZ ST13 5DA ST13 5DB ST13 5DD ST13 5DE ST13 5DG ST13 5DH ST13 5DJ ST13 5DL ST13 5DN ST13 5DP ST13 5DQ ST13 5DR ST13 5DS ST13 5DT ST13 5DU ST13 5DX ST13 5DY ST13 5DZ ST13 5ED