About Shut Heath

Shut Heath is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the ST18 postcode area. The village is surrounded by the natural landscape typical of the region, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The area is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to the needs of the community. Transport links are accessible, making it easy to reach nearby towns and cities. The village is situated not far from larger centres, providing opportunities for shopping and entertainment. Local parks and green spaces are available for outdoor activities, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for those who appreciate nature. Overall, Shut Heath presents a quiet lifestyle while remaining connected to the surrounding areas.

School Ratings in Shut Heath

Families in Shut Heath have access to 36 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shut Heath

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 Shut Heath

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Shut Heath, with 35 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shut Heath

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shut Heath 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 Shut Heath

Broadband services in Shut Heath 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

23 Primary
4 Secondary
9 Other
Haughton St Giles CofE Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.7 miles Gnosall St Lawrence Coe Primary Academy Primary 2.2 miles Cooper Perry Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Church Eaton Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.7 miles Burleyfields Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Castlechurch Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Doxey Academy Primary 2.9 miles King Edward VI High School Secondary 3 miles Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Stafford Grammar School 3.1 miles Rowley Park Primary Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shut Heath IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shut Heath 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 Shut Heath 256 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Shut Heath 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.

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 3 stations

Norton Bridge Train Station 5.2 miles
Penkridge Train Station 5.8 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brazenhill 0 yards Whitecross 0.6 miles Haughton 0.6 miles Long Compton 0.9 miles The Handfords 0.9 miles Billington 1.4 miles Ranton Green 1.4 miles Butter Bank 1.4 miles Coton Clanford 1.4 miles Allimore Green 1.4 miles Gnosall 1.9 miles Derrington 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