About The Blythe

The Blythe is located in Staffordshire, England, within the ST18 postcode area. This area is characterised by its beautiful countryside and offers a variety of outdoor activities for those who enjoy nature. The nearby River Blythe provides opportunities for leisurely walks along its banks, making it a pleasant spot for both residents and visitors. In addition to its natural surroundings, The Blythe is conveniently situated near local amenities, including shops and eateries. The community is welcoming, and there are often events held to bring people together. With its combination of scenic landscapes and accessible facilities, The Blythe serves as a suitable location for those seeking a peaceful environment while still being close to essential services.

School Ratings in The Blythe

Families in The Blythe have access to 18 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in The Blythe

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 The Blythe

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

Deprivation and Employment in The Blythe

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places The Blythe 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 The Blythe

Broadband services in The Blythe 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

14 Primary
3 Secondary
1 Other
Talbot First School Primary 1.2 miles Loxley Hall School 2.5 miles The Richard Clarke First School Primary 3.2 miles St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Oldfields Hall Middle School Middle deemed secondary 3.9 miles Bramshall Meadows First School Primary 3.9 miles Picknalls First School Primary Good 4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.1 miles Windsor Park CE Middle School Middle deemed secondary 4.1 miles Tynsel Parkes CofE Primary Academy Primary 4.2 miles St Mary's CofE (A) First School Primary Good 4.3 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary 4.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in The Blythe IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, The Blythe 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 The Blythe 256 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for The Blythe 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
Staffordshire Milwich,Chartley,Haywood,Hixon 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 4 stations

Uttoxeter Train Station 4.3 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 5.9 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 6.8 miles
Stone (Staffs) Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Booth 0.6 miles Grindley 0.9 miles Woodcock Heath 0.9 miles Dapple Heath 1.2 miles Heatley 1.4 miles Kingstone 1.4 miles Lea Heath 1.8 miles Drointon 1.8 miles Loxley Green 1.8 miles Newton 2 miles Newton Hurst 2 miles Willslock 2.2 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