About Hopton

Hopton is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the ST18 postcode area. It is situated approximately two miles from the town of Penkridge, making it accessible for those wishing to explore nearby amenities. The village features a mixture of residential homes and open countryside, providing a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The local community is close-knit, with a few essential services available, including a primary school and a village hall. Surrounding Hopton, the landscape consists of agricultural fields and woodland, offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The village is well-connected by road, allowing for easy travel to nearby towns and attractions in the Staffordshire region.

School Ratings in Hopton

Families in Hopton have access to 44 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hopton

Homes sell for an average of £399K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £377K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hopton

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Hopton, with 53 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hopton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hopton among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hopton

Broadband services in Hopton range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,956 sales

Average Price £399K
£1K — £51.1M
Detached £377K 1,690
Semi £236K 678
Terraced £254K 316
Flat £115K 33

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
7 Secondary
7 Other
The Weston Road Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles Veritas Primary Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Parkside Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles St John's CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Sir Graham Balfour High School Secondary 1.8 miles John Wheeldon Primary Academy Primary Good 2 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary 2 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Tillington Manor Primary School Primary 2.1 miles St Leonard's Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Marshlands School Good 2.3 miles Greenhall 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hopton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hopton experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,616 Children (0-15) 16%
20,248 Working Age 58%
11,496 Older (60+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.5% 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 Hopton 341 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Hopton 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.

128 Violence & Sexual Offences
53 Anti-Social Behaviour
32 Public Order
26 Shoplifting
24 Criminal Damage & Arson
23 Other Theft
13 Burglary
11 Other Crime
10 Vehicle Crime
9 Drugs
5 Bicycle Theft
5 Robbery
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Staffordshire Milford,Baswich,Weeping Cross 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

Norton Bridge Train Station 5 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 5.7 miles
Penkridge Train Station 7.9 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 8 miles
Barlaston Train Station 8.1 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hopton Heath 0.6 miles Salt 0.9 miles Sandonbank 1.2 miles Marston 1.4 miles Beaconside 1.4 miles Sandon 1.9 miles Trinity Fields 2 miles Parkside 2 miles Weston 2 miles Littleworth 2 miles Tillington 2.2 miles Stafford 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Stafford
County Staffordshire
Ward Milwich
Constituency Stafford
Parish Hopton and Coton
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST18 30 shown View all streets

A518 8 Abbey Drive 1 Abbey Gardens 1 Abbeyfields 1 Abbeyside 1 Acton Court 1 Alcester Row 1 Allways Close 1 Almshouse Croft 4 Alstone Lane 1 Amerton Lane 1 Ansons Row 1 Ash Drive 1 Ashflats Lane 1 Ashlands 1 Ashtree Close 1 Aston Close 1 Aston Hill 1 Audlem Road 1 Avondale Circle 1 Back Lane 3 Bakers Lane 1 Bank House Farm 1 Barn Bank Lane 2 Baron's Way 1 Barton Lane 2 Baswich Lane 2 Bath Lane 1 Battle Ridge 1 Bayswater Square 1

Postcodes in ST18 50 shown View all postcodes

ST18 0AA ST18 0AB ST18 0AE ST18 0AF ST18 0AH ST18 0AJ ST18 0AL ST18 0AN ST18 0AP ST18 0AQ ST18 0AR ST18 0AS ST18 0AT ST18 0AU ST18 0AW ST18 0AX ST18 0AY ST18 0AZ ST18 0BA ST18 0BB ST18 0BD ST18 0BE ST18 0BF ST18 0BG ST18 0BH ST18 0BJ ST18 0BL ST18 0BN ST18 0BP ST18 0BQ ST18 0BS ST18 0BT ST18 0BU ST18 0BW ST18 0BX ST18 0BY ST18 0BZ ST18 0DA ST18 0DB ST18 0DD ST18 0DE ST18 0DF ST18 0DG ST18 0DH ST18 0DJ ST18 0DL ST18 0DN ST18 0DP ST18 0DQ ST18 0DR