About Chatterley

Chatterley is a village located in Staffordshire, within the ST6 postcode area of England. It lies in the northern part of the county, near the border with Derbyshire. The village is situated close to the village of Tunstall and is part of the larger area known as the Staffordshire Moorlands. Chatterley is historically linked to the railway heritage of the region, as it was once home to the Chatterley Railway, a preserved steam railway line that runs through the area. The village itself is modest in size, with a mix of residential properties and local amenities. It offers a peaceful rural setting while remaining accessible to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside features rolling hills and wooded areas, typical of the Staffordshire landscape.

School Ratings in Chatterley

Families in Chatterley have access to 167 local schools. St Marys Catholic Academy and Whitfield Valley Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chatterley

Homes sell for an average of £159K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £89K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chatterley

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chatterley, with 200 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chatterley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chatterley within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chatterley

Chatterley 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 9,177 sales

Average Price £159K
£3K £93.4M
Detached £229K 1,273
Semi £135K 3,054
Terraced £89K 4,067
Flat £73K 301

Deprivation and Employment in Chatterley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chatterley experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
17,690 Children (0-15) 21%
51,706 Working Age 61%
20,170 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.9% 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 Chatterley 884 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Chatterley 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.

291 Violence & Sexual Offences
200 Anti-Social Behaviour
67 Vehicle Crime
60 Criminal Damage & Arson
59 Public Order
57 Other Theft
43 Shoplifting
41 Burglary
22 Drugs
16 Robbery
12 Other Crime
10 Weapons
4 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Longport Train Station 1.4 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 1.9 miles
Alsager Train Station 3.6 miles
Longton Train Station 6.2 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 7.9 miles
Barlaston Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Stoke-on-Trent
County Staffordshire
Ward Burslem Central
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent North
Parish Stoke-on-Trent, unparished area
Region West Midlands