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Location in StaffordshireButters Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

54,094
Population
23,091
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
135
Schools nearby
£47,337
Avg. household income
1,418
Businesses
536
People per km²

About Butters Green

Butters Green is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the ST7 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 is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. There are no major commercial centres or attractions within Butters Green itself, but it is well-connected to nearby towns and villages by local roads. The community is small and close-knit, with residents enjoying a rural lifestyle. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, with several footpaths and bridleways accessible from the village. It is a place where life moves at a slower pace, typical of many villages in the English countryside.

School Ratings in Butters Green

Families in Butters Green have access to 135 local schools. Rode Heath Primary School and St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Butters Green

Homes sell for an average of £234K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £180K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Butters Green

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Butters Green, with 36 incidents recorded in July 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Butters Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Butters Green 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 Butters Green

There are 20 GP surgeries within three miles of Butters Green, the nearest being Audley Health Centre (1 miles away).

Property Prices 8,757 sales

Average Price £234K
£450 , £50.26M
Detached £310K 2,892
Semi £180K 3,454
Terraced £139K 1,828
Flat £139K 273

Schools & Education 135 within 5 miles View all schools

77 Primary
16 Secondary
42 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 13
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST7 postcode area.

Wood Lane Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Ravensmead Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Chad's CofE (C) Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Crackley Bank Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Castle Hill School Not applicable Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Alsagers Bank Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Chesterton Community Sports College Secondary Good 1.4 miles Sir Thomas Boughey Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles Chesterton Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Springhead Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Churchfields Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Bursley Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles

Household Income in Butters Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Butters Green is approximately £47,337 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,498. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Butters Green £47,337
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,498.

Businesses in Butters Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,418 active businesses based in Butters Green, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,418 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Butters Green IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Butters Green 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
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 25%
8,892 Children (0-15) 16%
31,754 Working Age 59%
13,426 Older (65+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.8% 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 Butters Green 230 crimes · July 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Butters Green 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 106
Anti-Social Behaviour 36
Shoplifting 20
Public Order 15
Criminal Damage & Arson 13
Other Theft 10
Burglary 8
Drugs 7
Vehicle Crime 5
Bicycle Theft 4
Other Crime 4
Robbery 2
Local Policing
Staffordshire Audley & Halmerend 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

Longport Train Station 2.7 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 2.8 miles
Alsager Train Station 3 miles
Longton Train Station 7.2 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 8.2 miles
Sandbach Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wood Lane 0 yards Boon Hill 0.6 miles Apedale 0.6 miles Miles Green 0.9 miles Bignall End 0.9 miles Red Street 0.9 miles Audley 1.2 miles Wereton 1.2 miles Crackley 1.2 miles Dunkirk 1.2 miles Halmer End 1.4 miles Chesterton 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Newcastle-under-Lyme
County Staffordshire
Ward Kidsgrove & Ravenscliffe
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent North
Parish Kidsgrove
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Butters Green

Of the 23,928 households in and around Butters Green, 77% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 77% Social rented 12% Private rented 11%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Butters Green

What is the population of Butters Green?
Butters Green has a population of approximately 54,094 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Butters Green?
The average property in and around Butters Green sold for about £234,027, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 33% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Butters Green a deprived area?
Butters Green 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 Butters Green?
Butters Green is covered by the ST7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Butters Green?
There are 135 schools within 5 miles of Butters Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Butters Green?
The nearest railway station to Butters Green is Longport Train Station, about 2.7 miles away.

Streets in ST7 30 shown View all streets

A500 2 Aarons Drive 1 Acacia Gardens 2 Acton Way 2 Akesmoor Lane 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Close 1 Alderhay Lane 1 Alfred Moseley Place 3 Alma Close 1 Alsager Road 4 Anne Court 1 Apedale Road 3 Arbour Street 1 Arley Close 1 Arran Drive 1 Arrowsmith Drive 2 Arthur Maddock Road 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash View 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashenhurst Road 1 Ashenough Road 2 Ashmead Mews 2 Ashmores Lane 1 Aspen Close 1 Astbury Close 1 Attwood Street 5 Audley Road 5 Avon Court 1

Postcodes in ST7 50 shown View all postcodes

ST7 1AB ST7 1AD ST7 1AE ST7 1AF ST7 1AG ST7 1AH ST7 1AL ST7 1AN ST7 1AP ST7 1AQ ST7 1AR ST7 1AS ST7 1AT ST7 1AU ST7 1AW ST7 1AX ST7 1AY ST7 1AZ ST7 1BA ST7 1BB ST7 1BD ST7 1BE ST7 1BG ST7 1BH ST7 1BL ST7 1BN ST7 1BP ST7 1BQ ST7 1BS ST7 1BT ST7 1BU ST7 1BX ST7 1BY ST7 1BZ ST7 1DA ST7 1DB ST7 1DD ST7 1DE ST7 1DF ST7 1DG ST7 1DH ST7 1DJ ST7 1DL ST7 1DN ST7 1DP ST7 1DQ ST7 1DR ST7 1DT ST7 1DW ST7 1DX