About Seighford

Seighford is a village located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area ST18. It is situated approximately three miles south of the county town, Stafford. The village features a mix of residential properties and open green spaces, providing a pleasant environment for local residents. The area is primarily rural, with fields and farmland surrounding the village. Seighford is served by local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops, catering to the needs of the community. The village is also conveniently located for access to nearby towns and the larger road networks, making it a suitable base for those wishing to explore the wider Staffordshire area.

School Ratings in Seighford

Seighford is served by 43 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Seighford

Property prices average £399K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £377K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Seighford

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Seighford, with 35 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Seighford

Seighford falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Seighford

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Seighford, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. 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

29 Primary
6 Secondary
8 Other
Cooper Perry Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Doxey Academy Primary 1.4 miles Burleyfields Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Marshlands School Good 1.6 miles Greenhall 1.6 miles Tillington Manor Primary School Primary 1.8 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.8 miles Sir Graham Balfour High School Secondary 2.1 miles Parkside Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles King Edward VI High School Secondary 2.3 miles Castlechurch Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Seighford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Seighford among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

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 Seighford 256 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Seighford is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

108 Violence & Sexual Offences
35 Shoplifting
32 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Other Theft
15 Public Order
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Drugs
7 Bicycle Theft
7 Other Crime
6 Burglary
6 Vehicle Crime
3 Weapons
3 Robbery
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 5 stations

Norton Bridge Train Station 3.4 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 6.2 miles
Penkridge Train Station 6.9 miles
Barlaston Train Station 8.6 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Butter Bank 0.9 miles Coton Clanford 0.9 miles Aston 0.9 miles Creswell 0.9 miles Great Bridgeford 1.2 miles Doxey 1.4 miles Creswell 1.4 miles Holmcroft 1.4 miles The Handfords 1.4 miles Derrington 1.4 miles Whitecross 1.8 miles Tillington 1.9 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