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

68,535
Population
27,675
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£39,297
Avg. household income
1,818
Businesses
1,943
People per km²
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About Chatterley

Chatterley is a village located in Staffordshire, within the ST6 postcode area of England. It lies in the northern part of the county, near the border with Derbyshire. The village is situated close to the village of Tunstall and is part of the larger area known as the Staffordshire Moorlands. Chatterley is historically linked to the railway heritage of the region, as it was once home to the Chatterley Railway, a preserved steam railway line that runs through the area. The village itself is modest in size, with a mix of residential properties and local amenities. It offers a peaceful rural setting while remaining accessible to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside features rolling hills and wooded areas, typical of the Staffordshire landscape.

School Ratings in Chatterley

Families in Chatterley have access to 168 local schools. 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 Chatterley

Homes sell for an average of £160K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £89K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chatterley

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chatterley, with 179 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chatterley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chatterley within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Chatterley

There are 34 GP surgeries within three miles of Chatterley, the nearest being Pes@nuvision Eyecare, Staffordshire (1 miles away).

Local Data for Chatterley

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Property Prices 8,889 sales

Average Price £160K
£3K , £93.4M
Detached £227K 1,172
Semi £137K 2,965
Terraced £89K 3,934
Flat £73K 319

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

95 Primary
20 Secondary
53 Other
Outstanding 5
Good 16
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST6 postcode area.

Summerbank Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Star Academy, Sandyford Primary 0.9 miles The Oaks Not applicable Good 1 miles Tunstall Children Centre 1 miles The Nest Not applicable 1 miles St Chad's CofE (C) Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Goldenhill Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles Springhead Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Bursley Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.2 miles Co-op Academy Stoke-On-Trent Secondary Good 1.2 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles

Household Income in Chatterley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chatterley is approximately £39,297 a year before tax, 29% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,003. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chatterley £39,297
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,003.

Businesses in Chatterley ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,818 active businesses based in Chatterley, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 32 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,818 Total businesses
27 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Chatterley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chatterley experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 17%
14,719 Children (0-15) 21%
42,178 Working Age 62%
11,646 Older (65+) 17%
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 Chatterley 883 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Chatterley are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 330
Anti-Social Behaviour 179
Criminal Damage & Arson 76
Public Order 64
Other Theft 53
Vehicle Crime 47
Burglary 31
Shoplifting 31
Other Crime 21
Drugs 19
Weapons 12
Robbery 12
Bicycle Theft 5
Theft from Person 3
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

Longport Train Station 1.4 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 1.9 miles
Alsager Train Station 3.6 miles
Longton Train Station 6.2 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 7.9 miles
Barlaston Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ravenscliffe 0.6 miles Sandyford 0.9 miles Newfield 0.9 miles Longbridge Hayes 0.9 miles Crackley 0.9 miles Tunstall 1.2 miles Red Street 1.2 miles Acres Nook 1.2 miles Bradwell 1.2 miles Pitts Hill 1.4 miles Talke Pits 1.4 miles Longport 1.4 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

Home Ownership in Chatterley

Of the 29,191 households in and around Chatterley, 55% are owned, 23% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 55% Social rented 23% Private rented 22%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chatterley

What is the population of Chatterley?
Chatterley has a population of approximately 68,535 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chatterley?
The average property in and around Chatterley sold for about £159,696, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 54% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chatterley a deprived area?
Chatterley sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Chatterley?
Chatterley is covered by the ST6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chatterley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chatterley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chatterley?
The nearest railway station to Chatterley is Longport Train Station, about 1.4 miles away.

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