About Brown Edge

Brown Edge is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, England, within the ST6 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and rolling hills. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. There are no major commercial centres or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, making it a quiet place for those seeking a peaceful environment. The village is close to the border with Shropshire and is accessible via local roads connecting to nearby towns such as Uttoxeter and Stafford. The landscape is typical of the English Midlands, with farmland and woodland contributing to the rural character. While it lacks significant historical landmarks, Brown Edge offers a sense of community and tranquillity for its residents.

School Ratings in Brown Edge

There are 129 schools in and around Brown Edge. St Marys Catholic Academy and Whitfield Valley Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brown Edge

The average property price is £159K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £89K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brown Edge

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Brown Edge, with 121 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brown Edge

Brown Edge falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brown Edge

Broadband speeds in Brown Edge 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 9,177 sales

Average Price £159K
£3K — £93.4M
Detached £229K 1,273
Semi £135K 3,054
Terraced £89K 4,067
Flat £73K 301

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

74 Primary
16 Secondary
39 Other
St Anne's CofE (VC) Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Endon High School Secondary Good 1.2 miles St Luke's CofE Academy Endon Primary 1.2 miles Ball Green Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Norton and Ball Green Children Centre 1.3 miles Endon Hall Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Greenways Primary Academy Primary 1.4 miles Norton-Le-Moors Primary Academy Primary 1.6 miles St Marys Catholic Academy Primary Outstanding 1.7 miles Whitfield Valley Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 1.8 miles Hillside Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Sporting Stars Academy Outstanding 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brown Edge IMD 2025

Brown Edge falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
17,690 Children (0-15) 21%
51,706 Working Age 61%
20,170 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.9% 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 Brown Edge 747 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Brown Edge 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.

274 Violence & Sexual Offences
121 Anti-Social Behaviour
62 Public Order
54 Criminal Damage & Arson
49 Other Theft
48 Shoplifting
41 Vehicle Crime
31 Burglary
22 Other Crime
19 Drugs
12 Weapons
9 Robbery
5 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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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

Longport Train Station 3.9 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 4.2 miles
Longton Train Station 6.1 miles
Alsager Train Station 6.5 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 7.8 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ridgeway 0.6 miles Hodgefield 0.6 miles Norton Green 0.6 miles Stockton Brook 0.9 miles Ball Green 0.9 miles Cornhill 0.9 miles Endon 1.2 miles Endon Bank 1.2 miles Baddeley Green 1.2 miles Norton-in-the-Moors 1.4 miles Stanley Moor 1.8 miles Bradeley 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Stoke-on-Trent
County Staffordshire
Ward Burslem Central
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent North
Parish Stoke-on-Trent, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST6 30 shown View all streets

A50 10 Acreswood Road 2 Adams Avenue 2 Adderley Road 1 Adkins Street 1 Alanley Close 1 Albany Street 1 Alcester Close 1 Alderley Rise 2 Aldersea Close 1 Alwyn Crescent 1 Ambleside Place 1 America Street 2 Amicable Street 1 Ancaster Street 1 Anderson Place 1 Andrew Mulligan Close 1 Andrew Street 1 Anna Walk 1 Apollo Walk 1 Appledore Grove 2 Aries Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashburton Street 1 Ashlar Close 2 Ashman Street 1 Ashover Grove 1 Athelstan Street 1 Athlone Street 3 Aubrey Street 1

Postcodes in ST6 50 shown View all postcodes

ST6 1AA ST6 1AB ST6 1AE ST6 1AF ST6 1AG ST6 1AJ ST6 1AP ST6 1AQ ST6 1AR ST6 1AS ST6 1AT ST6 1AU ST6 1AW ST6 1AX ST6 1AY ST6 1AZ ST6 1BA ST6 1BB ST6 1BD ST6 1BE ST6 1BG ST6 1BH ST6 1BJ ST6 1BL ST6 1BN ST6 1BP ST6 1BQ ST6 1BS ST6 1BU ST6 1BW ST6 1BY ST6 1BZ ST6 1DB ST6 1DF ST6 1DJ ST6 1DP ST6 1DS ST6 1DT ST6 1DU ST6 1DW ST6 1DY ST6 1EA ST6 1EB ST6 1ED ST6 1EF ST6 1EG ST6 1EH ST6 1EJ ST6 1EL ST6 1EN