About Lane Ends

Lane Ends is a small locality situated in Staffordshire, England, within the ST8 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, characterised by a mix of housing types, including traditional homes and modern developments. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with several walking paths and green spaces nearby. The locality is conveniently located for access to nearby towns and amenities. Residents can find essential services such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities within a short distance. The area is well-connected by road, making it easy to travel to larger towns and cities in Staffordshire. Lane Ends provides a quiet setting for those seeking a community-oriented lifestyle while remaining close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Lane Ends

There are 126 schools in and around Lane Ends. Oxhey First School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lane Ends

The average property price is £197K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £161K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lane Ends

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Lane Ends, with 22 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lane Ends

Lane Ends 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 Lane Ends

Broadband speeds in Lane Ends 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 2,591 sales

Average Price £197K
£4K — £1.2M
Detached £267K 905
Semi £161K 999
Terraced £129K 518
Flat £95K 49

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

76 Primary
14 Secondary
36 Other
Packmoor Ormiston Academy Primary 0.4 miles Whitfield Valley Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Thursfield Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Ormiston Horizon Academy Secondary Good 1.2 miles Watermill School 1.2 miles St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill Primary Good 1.3 miles Biddulph High School Secondary Good 1.4 miles Ball Green Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Stoke-on-Trent North Children's Centre 1.5 miles Knypersley First School Primary 1.5 miles James Bateman Middle School Middle deemed secondary 1.5 miles Roaches School Inadequate 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lane Ends IMD 2025

Lane Ends 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
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,226 Children (0-15) 16%
15,315 Working Age 58%
8,839 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13% 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 Lane Ends 88 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Lane Ends sit broadly in line with national averages for a 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.

31 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Public Order
5 Other Theft
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
2 Weapons
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Staffordshire Great Chell & Packmoor 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

Kidsgrove Train Station 2.3 miles
Longport Train Station 3.3 miles
Alsager Train Station 4.6 miles
Longton Train Station 7 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 9.2 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Packmoor 0.6 miles Newchapel 0.6 miles Fegg Hayes 0.6 miles Oxford 0.6 miles Wain Lee 0.9 miles Stadmorslow 0.9 miles Turnhurst 0.9 miles Newpool 1.2 miles Brown Lees 1.2 miles Chell Heath 1.2 miles Great Chell 1.2 miles Little Chell 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Staffordshire Moorlands
County Staffordshire
Ward Biddulph West
Constituency Staffordshire Moorlands
Parish Biddulph
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST8 30 shown View all streets

Akesmoor Lane 3 Albert Street 2 Alders Road 1 Anvil Drive 1 Appleton Close 1 Asquith Close 1 Balfour Grove 1 Banbury Grove 1 Barmouth Close 1 Barmouth Grove 1 Barrage Road 1 Bateman Avenue 1 Beatrice Walk 1 Beaumont Close 1 Beckfields Close 1 Beech Close 1 Bellringer Close 2 Bemersley Road 2 Biddulph Common Road 1 Biddulph Park Road 2 Biddulph Town BW 79 1 Birch Avenue 1 Blackbird Way 1 Bluebell Close 2 Bollin Grove 1 Bowmere Close 1 Briarswood 1 Bridge Street 1 Brocks Croft Gardens 2 Brook Gardens 2

Postcodes in ST8 50 shown View all postcodes

ST8 6AA ST8 6AB ST8 6AD ST8 6AE ST8 6AF ST8 6AG ST8 6AJ ST8 6AP ST8 6AQ ST8 6AR ST8 6AS ST8 6AT ST8 6AU ST8 6AW ST8 6AX ST8 6AY ST8 6AZ ST8 6BA ST8 6BB ST8 6BD ST8 6BG ST8 6BJ ST8 6BL ST8 6BN ST8 6BP ST8 6BQ ST8 6BS ST8 6BT ST8 6BU ST8 6BW ST8 6BX ST8 6BY ST8 6BZ ST8 6DA ST8 6DB ST8 6DD ST8 6DE ST8 6DF ST8 6DG ST8 6DH ST8 6DJ ST8 6DL ST8 6DN ST8 6DP ST8 6DQ ST8 6DR ST8 6DS ST8 6DT ST8 6DU ST8 6DW