About Bucknall

Bucknall is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the ST2 postcode area. It lies to the south of the town of Uttoxeter and is surrounded by rural countryside typical of the region. The village consists of a modest collection of homes and a few local amenities, reflecting its quiet, community-focused character. Its proximity to the A514 road provides convenient access to nearby towns and cities, while still maintaining a peaceful atmosphere. Bucknall is part of the civil parish of Bucknall and Hopton, and the area is known for its agricultural landscape and traditional English village setting.

School Ratings in Bucknall

Families in Bucknall have access to 182 local schools. Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy and Sporting Stars Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bucknall

Homes sell for an average of £152K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £135K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bucknall

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bucknall, with 109 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bucknall

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bucknall 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 Bucknall

Bucknall benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,555 sales

Average Price £152K
£1K — £6.83M
Detached £230K 652
Semi £135K 2,015
Terraced £109K 773
Flat £83K 29

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

100 Primary
22 Secondary
60 Other
Merit Hospital School and Medical Pupil Referral Unit Good 0.3 miles Kingsland Children's Centre 0.3 miles Kingsland CofE Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Aurora Hanley School Outstanding 0.4 miles Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Newfriars College Good 0.5 miles St Maria Goretti Catholic Academy Primary 0.5 miles Abbey Hulton Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Eaton Park Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Manor Abbey School 0.6 miles Co-op Academy Northwood Primary 0.9 miles Surestart4u / Treehouse Children's Centre 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bucknall IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bucknall 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
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,882 Children (0-15) 19%
30,427 Working Age 60%
13,693 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.5% 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 Bucknall 542 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bucknall 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.

199 Violence & Sexual Offences
109 Anti-Social Behaviour
65 Criminal Damage & Arson
46 Public Order
26 Other Theft
26 Shoplifting
23 Burglary
14 Vehicle Crime
11 Drugs
7 Weapons
5 Bicycle Theft
5 Robbery
5 Other Crime
1 Theft from Person
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

Longton Train Station 2.4 miles
Longport Train Station 3.2 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 4.5 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 5.2 miles
Barlaston Train Station 5.8 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Townsend 0.6 miles Berry Hill 0.6 miles Abbey Hulton 0.9 miles Bentilee 0.9 miles Ubberley 0.9 miles Northwood 0.9 miles Birches Head 0.9 miles Hanley 1.2 miles The Potteries 1.4 miles Fenton Low 1.4 miles Sneyd Green 1.8 miles Kerry Hill 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Stoke-on-Trent
County Staffordshire
Ward Bentilee and Ubberley
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent Central
Parish Stoke-on-Trent, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST2 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Lane 3 Abbey Road 4 Abbots Place 1 Abbots Road 7 Adams Street 1 Ainsley Close 2 Alan Road 1 Alford Drive 1 Alicia Way 1 Alstonfield Avenue 1 Alton Grove 1 Amelia Close 1 Angus Close 2 Arbourfield Drive 8 Arclid Way 1 Ash Bank Road 6 Ash Grove 1 Ash Way 1 Ashcroft Walk 1 Ashfield Square 2 Atlam Close 2 Aylesbury Road 6 Baddeley Green Lane 5 Baddeley Green Road 1 Baddeley Road 2 Baddeleyhall Road 3 Bagnall Road 2 Baker Crescent 2 Baker Crescent North 1 Baker Crescent South 1

Postcodes in ST2 50 shown View all postcodes

ST2 0AA ST2 0AB ST2 0AD ST2 0AE ST2 0AF ST2 0AG ST2 0AH ST2 0AJ ST2 0AL ST2 0AN ST2 0AP ST2 0AQ ST2 0AR ST2 0AS ST2 0AT ST2 0AU ST2 0AW ST2 0AX ST2 0AY ST2 0AZ ST2 0BA ST2 0BB ST2 0BD ST2 0BE ST2 0BF ST2 0BG ST2 0BH ST2 0BJ ST2 0BL ST2 0BN ST2 0BP ST2 0BQ ST2 0BS ST2 0BT ST2 0BU ST2 0BW ST2 0BX ST2 0BY ST2 0BZ ST2 0DA ST2 0DB ST2 0DD ST2 0DE ST2 0DF ST2 0DG ST2 0DH ST2 0DJ ST2 0DL ST2 0DN ST2 0DP