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

12,601
Population
5,047
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£49,639
Avg. household income
399
Businesses
278
People per km²
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About Cellarhead

Cellarhead is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the county of England. It lies in the ST9 postcode area and is situated near the border with Shropshire. The area is predominantly rural, with a mix of agricultural land and scattered residential properties. The name Cellarhead is thought to derive from historical references to a cellar or underground storage space, possibly linked to local mining or farming practices. The village is not particularly large and retains a quiet, countryside character. It is accessible via local roads and is within reasonable distance of larger towns such as Stafford and Shrewsbury. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, but the surrounding landscape offers peaceful walks and views of the English countryside. The community is small and close-knit, with a focus on traditional rural life.

School Ratings in Cellarhead

There are 111 schools in and around Cellarhead. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cellarhead

The average property price is £274K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £330K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cellarhead

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Cellarhead, with 12 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cellarhead

Cellarhead sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Cellarhead

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Cellarhead, the nearest being Hmp/yoi Werrington (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Cellarhead

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Property Prices 1,517 sales

Average Price £274K
£2K , £1.3M
Detached £330K 670
Semi £218K 650
Terraced £190K 95
Flat £230K 26

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

62 Primary
12 Secondary
37 Other
Good 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST9 postcode area.

Moorside High School Secondary Good 0.2 miles Werrington Primary School Primary 1.1 miles St John's CofE Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Cicely Haughton School Not applicable 1.9 miles Discovery Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 2.3 miles Weston Infant Academy Primary Good 2.3 miles Maple Court Academy Primary Good 2.4 miles Dilhorne Endowed CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Surestart4u / Treehouse Children's Centre 2.7 miles Bentilee Nursery School Nursery 2.7 miles Manor Abbey School Not applicable 2.7 miles Park Hall Academy Primary 2.8 miles

Household Income in Cellarhead ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cellarhead is approximately £49,639 a year before tax, 10% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,226. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cellarhead £49,639
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,226.

Businesses in Cellarhead ONS 2025

There are approximately 399 active businesses based in Cellarhead, around 32 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

399 Total businesses
32 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Cellarhead IMD 2025

Cellarhead 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
7/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 14%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 30%
1,822 Children (0-15) 14%
7,031 Working Age 56%
3,743 Older (65+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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 Cellarhead 76 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Cellarhead sit broadly in line with national averages for a small 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 41
Anti-Social Behaviour 12
Public Order 7
Criminal Damage & Arson 6
Other Theft 4
Shoplifting 2
Burglary 1
Robbery 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Longton Train Station 3.7 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 3.7 miles
Longport Train Station 6.2 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 6.6 miles
Barlaston Train Station 7 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Overmoor 0.6 miles Werrington 0.6 miles Withystakes 0.6 miles Blakeley Lane 1.2 miles Washerwall 1.2 miles Rownall 1.2 miles Ash Bank 1.4 miles Armshead 1.4 miles Wetley Rocks 1.4 miles Hulme 1.8 miles Jack Hayes 1.8 miles Greenhead 2 miles

Local Government

District Staffordshire Moorlands
County Staffordshire
Ward Cheddleton
Constituency Staffordshire Moorlands
Parish Consall
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Cellarhead

Of the 5,393 households in and around Cellarhead, 90% are owned, 2% are socially rented and 8% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 90% Social rented 2% Private rented 8%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cellarhead

What is the population of Cellarhead?
Cellarhead has a population of approximately 12,601 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Cellarhead?
The average property in and around Cellarhead sold for about £274,150, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 21% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Cellarhead a deprived area?
Cellarhead sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Cellarhead?
Cellarhead is covered by the ST9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Cellarhead?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cellarhead, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Cellarhead?
The nearest railway station to Cellarhead is Longton Train Station, about 3.7 miles away.

Streets in ST9 30 shown View all streets

Amber Court 1 Armshead Road 5 Ash Bank Road 6 Ashton Court 1 Back Bunt's Lane 2 Bagnall Road 4 Basnetts Wood Road 1 Beaufort Avenue 1 Beaulieu Close 1 Blithfield Close 1 Brampton Close 1 Breach Road 1 Brentwood Court 1 Brentwood Drive 1 Brentwood Grove 3 Broad Lane 1 Brook Close 1 Brook Lane 1 Brookfield Avenue 2 Brookhouse Lane 2 Brookside Drive 1 Capesthorne Close 1 Caroline Close 1 Cedar Crescent 1 Cellarhead Road 4 Chapel Close 1 Chapel Lane 1 Chartwell Close 1 Chatsworth Drive 2 Cheadle Road 3

Postcodes in ST9 50 shown View all postcodes

ST9 0AA ST9 0AB ST9 0AD ST9 0AE ST9 0AF ST9 0AG ST9 0AH ST9 0AJ ST9 0AL ST9 0AN ST9 0AP ST9 0AQ ST9 0AR ST9 0AS ST9 0AT ST9 0AU ST9 0AX ST9 0AY ST9 0AZ ST9 0BA ST9 0BB ST9 0BD ST9 0BE ST9 0BG ST9 0BH ST9 0BL ST9 0BN ST9 0BP ST9 0BQ ST9 0BS ST9 0BT ST9 0BU ST9 0BW ST9 0BX ST9 0BZ ST9 0DA ST9 0DB ST9 0DD ST9 0DE ST9 0DF ST9 0DG ST9 0DH ST9 0DJ ST9 0DL ST9 0DN ST9 0DP ST9 0DQ ST9 0DR ST9 0DS ST9 0DT