About Somerford

Somerford is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the ST19 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. Surrounded by the lush countryside, it provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The local community is close-knit, and there are various amenities available for residents. Nearby, the larger town of Stone offers additional facilities, including shops, schools, and recreational activities. Somerford is conveniently situated, making it accessible for those commuting to larger cities in the region. The village's location allows for easy exploration of the surrounding areas, including the scenic Staffordshire countryside and nearby attractions.

School Ratings in Somerford

Families in Somerford have access to 60 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Somerford

Homes sell for an average of £311K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £388K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Somerford

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Somerford, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Somerford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Somerford around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Somerford

Broadband services in Somerford 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 2,564 sales

Average Price £311K
£3K — £6M
Detached £388K 1,048
Semi £241K 919
Terraced £202K 385
Flat £121K 97

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
12 Secondary
18 Other
St Mary and St Chad CofE First School Primary 0.8 miles Brewood Middle CofE Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 0.8 miles St. Dominic's Grammar School 0.9 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Paul's CofE First School Primary 1.2 miles Robin's Nest School Good 1.9 miles Little Kinvaston School Good 1.9 miles South Staffordshire College 16 plus Good 2.6 miles The Rural Enterprise Academy Secondary Inadequate 2.6 miles School of Coding AEP Limited 3.2 miles Lane Green First School Primary 3.3 miles Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Somerford IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Somerford are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,437 Children (0-15) 16%
16,853 Working Age 61%
8,117 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.9% 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 Somerford 37 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Somerford are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Public Order
2 Shoplifting
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Other Theft
1 Robbery
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Staffordshire Wheaton Aston & Rural 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

Bilbrook Train Station 3.6 miles
Codsall Train Station 3.7 miles
Penkridge Train Station 3.8 miles
Albrighton Train Station 5.5 miles
Landywood Train Station 5.9 miles
Cannock Train Station 6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hill Top 0.6 miles Brewood 0.6 miles Lower Green 0.9 miles Crateford 0.9 miles Four Ashes 1.2 miles Standeford 1.4 miles Shutt Green 1.4 miles Coven 1.4 miles Park Lane 1.4 miles Horsebrook 1.4 miles Gailey 1.8 miles The Laches 2 miles

Local Government

District South Staffordshire
County Staffordshire
Ward Penkridge North East and Acton Trussell
Constituency Stafford
Parish Penkridge
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST19 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Admiral Rodney Gardens 3 Ash Grove 2 Ashleigh Crescent 1 Aston Close 1 Athelstan Close 1 Badger's End 1 Bargate Street 4 Barn Lane 1 Bartlett Close 1 Beacon Park 1 Bedingstone Drive 1 Beech Close 1 Bellhurst Lane 2 Beverley Close 1 Bickford Close 1 Bickford Road 4 Bishops Drive 1 Bitham Close 1 Blount Close 1 Borden Close 1 Boscobel Lane 1 Boscomoor Close 1 Boscomoor Court 1 Boscomoor Lane 2 Boyden Close 1 Bramdean Drive 1 Bridgewater Close 1 Brindley Close 1 Broadholes Lane 1

Postcodes in ST19 50 shown View all postcodes

ST19 5AA ST19 5AD ST19 5AF ST19 5AG ST19 5AH ST19 5AJ ST19 5AL ST19 5AN ST19 5AP ST19 5AQ ST19 5AS ST19 5AT ST19 5AU ST19 5AW ST19 5AX ST19 5AY ST19 5AZ ST19 5BA ST19 5BB ST19 5BD ST19 5BE ST19 5BG ST19 5BH ST19 5BJ ST19 5BL ST19 5BN ST19 5BP ST19 5BQ ST19 5BS ST19 5BT ST19 5BU ST19 5BW ST19 5BX ST19 5BY ST19 5BZ ST19 5DA ST19 5DB ST19 5DD ST19 5DE ST19 5DF ST19 5DH ST19 5DJ ST19 5DL ST19 5DN ST19 5DP ST19 5DQ ST19 5DR ST19 5DS ST19 5DT ST19 5DU