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About Butterton
Butterton is a small village located in Staffordshire, within the United Kingdom. It lies in the northern part of the county, near the border with Cheshire. The village is situated in a rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and open countryside. The local landscape is characterised by farmland and woodland, with the River Manifold flowing nearby. Butterton is known for its historic stone buildings and traditional English village layout. The village has a long history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the medieval period. It is part of the civil parish of Butterton and is served by a small community centre and a church. The postcode area for Butterton is ST13, which covers a wider region in the Staffordshire countryside. The village offers a peaceful environment and is popular with walkers and those seeking a quiet rural retreat.
School Ratings in Butterton
Butterton is served by 9 schools. Hopedale School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Butterton
Property prices average £233K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £141K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Butterton
Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Butterton, with 35 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Butterton
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Butterton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Butterton
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Property Prices 4,098 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST13 postcode area.
Household Income in Butterton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Butterton 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,432.
Businesses in Butterton ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,239 active businesses based in Butterton, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Butterton IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Butterton in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Butterton 160 crimes · April 2026
Butterton experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
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Local Government
Home Ownership in Butterton
Of the 12,547 households in and around Butterton, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Butterton.