About Lightwood

Lightwood is a suburb located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area ST3. It is situated to the south of the city of Stoke-on-Trent and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The suburb features a variety of housing options, from traditional terraced homes to more modern developments. The area is served by several schools, parks, and shops, catering to the needs of its residents. Lightwood also has good transport links, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities, appealing to those who enjoy nature and walking. Overall, Lightwood is a practical choice for families and individuals looking for a community-oriented environment.

School Ratings in Lightwood

There are 112 schools in and around Lightwood. Newstead Primary Academy and St Gregory's Catholic Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lightwood

The average property price is £178K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lightwood

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Lightwood, with 124 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lightwood

Lightwood 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 Lightwood

Broadband speeds in Lightwood 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 8,064 sales

Average Price £178K
£3K — £22.25M
Detached £240K 1,628
Semi £143K 4,167
Terraced £107K 1,745
Flat £70K 185

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

60 Primary
15 Secondary
37 Other
St Augustine's Catholic Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Ormiston Meridian Academy Secondary Good 0.3 miles The Grange Children's Centre 0.5 miles Sandon Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.5 miles Kinetic Academy Inadequate 0.5 miles Alexandra Junior School Primary Good 0.6 miles Abbey Hill Academy & College 0.7 miles Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy Primary 0.7 miles Alexandra Infants' School Primary 0.7 miles Westfield Children's Centre 0.9 miles St Matthews Church of England Academy Primary 0.9 miles Co-op Academy Florence MacWilliams Secondary 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lightwood IMD 2025

Lightwood 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
15,666 Children (0-15) 20%
46,624 Working Age 60%
20,207 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 41.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.7% 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 Lightwood 713 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Lightwood 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.

294 Violence & Sexual Offences
124 Anti-Social Behaviour
58 Public Order
47 Shoplifting
45 Criminal Damage & Arson
38 Other Theft
28 Drugs
25 Vehicle Crime
24 Burglary
16 Other Crime
6 Robbery
3 Weapons
3 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
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

Blythe Bridge Train Station 1.3 miles
Longton Train Station 1.7 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 2.7 miles
Barlaston Train Station 3 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 4.7 miles
Longport Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Normacot 0.6 miles Meir 0.9 miles Florence 0.9 miles Leadendale 1.2 miles Rough Close 1.2 miles Dresden 1.4 miles Hartwell 1.4 miles Stallington 1.8 miles Longton 1.8 miles Cookshill 1.8 miles Blythe Bridge 1.9 miles Newstead 2 miles

Local Government

District Stoke-on-Trent
County Staffordshire
Ward Sandford Hill
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent South
Parish Stoke-on-Trent, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST3 30 shown View all streets

A50 20 Ackton Close 2 Acorn Rise 1 Addington Way 2 Ainsdale Close 2 Alanbrook Grove 1 Albert Avenue 2 Albert Place 2 Albert Street 1 Alberta Street 4 Aldbury Place 1 Alderney Crescent 1 Alderton Grove 1 Aldrin Close 2 Alexandra Road 1 Alhambra Court 1 Allendale Walk 2 Almond Grove 1 Althrop Grove 1 Amberfield Close 1 Amison Street 3 Anchor Place 1 Anchor Road 14 Anchor Terrace 1 Andover Close 1 Anglesey Drive 3 Ansmede Grove 1 Anson Road 1 Anthony Grove 1 Appleford Place 1

Postcodes in ST3 50 shown View all postcodes

ST3 1AA ST3 1AB ST3 1AD ST3 1AF ST3 1AG ST3 1AH ST3 1AJ ST3 1AL ST3 1AN ST3 1AP ST3 1AQ ST3 1AR ST3 1AS ST3 1AT ST3 1AU ST3 1AW ST3 1AX ST3 1AY ST3 1AZ ST3 1BA ST3 1BB ST3 1BD ST3 1BE ST3 1BF ST3 1BG ST3 1BH ST3 1BJ ST3 1BN ST3 1BP ST3 1BS ST3 1BW ST3 1BX ST3 1BY ST3 1BZ ST3 1DA ST3 1DB ST3 1DD ST3 1DE ST3 1DH ST3 1DJ ST3 1DL ST3 1DN ST3 1DP ST3 1DQ ST3 1DR ST3 1DS ST3 1DT ST3 1DU ST3 1DW ST3 1DX