About Castletown

Castletown is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the ST16 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, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. While not a large community, Castletown has a sense of local identity, with residents maintaining close ties to the surrounding landscape. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns providing essential services and amenities. Its location offers a tranquil lifestyle, appealing to those seeking a slower pace of life away from urban centres. The surrounding fields and hedgerows contribute to the area’s rural character, with walking and cycling paths available for recreation.

School Ratings in Castletown

There are 44 schools in and around Castletown. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castletown

The average property price is £250K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £156K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castletown

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Castletown, with 51 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Castletown

Castletown 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Castletown

Broadband speeds in Castletown 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 5,590 sales

Average Price £250K
£1K — £62.73M
Detached £284K 1,340
Semi £191K 1,558
Terraced £156K 1,600
Flat £147K 861

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

28 Primary
6 Secondary
10 Other
Burleyfields Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Doxey Academy Primary 0.6 miles Blessed William Howard Catholic School Secondary 0.6 miles Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy Requires Improvement 0.6 miles John Wheeldon Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.8 miles St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Tillington Manor Primary School Primary 0.9 miles King Edward VI High School Secondary 0.9 miles Castlechurch Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles St Leonard's Primary School Primary 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Castletown IMD 2025

Castletown 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,715 Children (0-15) 18%
27,646 Working Age 64%
10,361 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.4% 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 Castletown 420 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Castletown 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.

176 Violence & Sexual Offences
51 Anti-Social Behaviour
41 Shoplifting
31 Other Theft
27 Criminal Damage & Arson
23 Public Order
17 Vehicle Crime
15 Drugs
10 Bicycle Theft
9 Burglary
9 Other Crime
7 Weapons
4 Robbery
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

Norton Bridge Train Station 4.8 miles
Penkridge Train Station 5.9 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 6.8 miles
Hednesford Train Station 8.8 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 8.8 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Doxey 0.6 miles Stafford 0.6 miles Tillington 0.6 miles Rowley Park 0.6 miles Forebridge 0.9 miles Littleworth 1.2 miles Aston 1.2 miles Trinity Fields 1.2 miles Parkside 1.2 miles Highfields 1.2 miles Queensville 1.4 miles Beaconside 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Stafford
County Staffordshire
Ward Rowley
Constituency Stafford
Parish Stafford, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST16 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Walk 1 Acre Mews 1 Albert Terrace 1 Aldbury Close 1 Aldershaw Close 1 Aldrin Close 1 Allendale 1 Alliance Street 2 Alliss Close 1 Alstone Close 1 Amblefield Way 1 Andrus Way 1 Appleyard Court 1 Armstrong Avenue 1 Ashdale Drive 1 Ashley Close 2 Ashridge Walk 1 Aster Drive 1 Aston Terrace 1 Astonfields Road 1 Avon Close 1 Avon Hill 1 Avon Rise 3 Back Browning Street 2 Balfour Grove 1 Balk Passage 1 Bank Passage 1 Banner Walk 1 Barbican Grove 1 Barker Close 1

Postcodes in ST16 50 shown View all postcodes

ST16 1AA ST16 1AB ST16 1AD ST16 1AE ST16 1AF ST16 1AG ST16 1AH ST16 1AJ ST16 1AL ST16 1AN ST16 1AP ST16 1AQ ST16 1AR ST16 1AS ST16 1AT ST16 1AU ST16 1AW ST16 1AX ST16 1AY ST16 1AZ ST16 1BA ST16 1BB ST16 1BD ST16 1BE ST16 1BG ST16 1BH ST16 1BJ ST16 1BL ST16 1BN ST16 1BP ST16 1BQ ST16 1BS ST16 1BT ST16 1BU ST16 1BW ST16 1BX ST16 1BY ST16 1BZ ST16 1DA ST16 1DB ST16 1DD ST16 1DE ST16 1DF ST16 1DG ST16 1DH ST16 1DJ ST16 1DL ST16 1DN ST16 1DP ST16 1DQ