About Ford Green

Ford Green is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the ST6 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern houses. It is situated near the larger town of Tunstall, providing residents with access to various amenities, including shops and schools. The community is characterised by its local parks and green spaces, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities. The area is also known for Ford Green Hall, a restored 17th-century manor house that serves as a museum. This historic building showcases the local heritage and is often used for community events. Ford Green is well-connected by road, making it easy to travel to nearby towns and cities, while still offering a peaceful environment for its residents.

School Ratings in Ford Green

There are 174 schools in and around Ford Green. 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 Ford Green

The average property price is £159K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £89K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ford Green

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Ford Green, with 200 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ford Green

Ford Green falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ford Green

Broadband speeds in Ford Green are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. 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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

99 Primary
22 Secondary
53 Other
Smallthorne Primary Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles New Ford Academy Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Jackfield Infant School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Marys Catholic Academy Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles Moorpark Junior School Primary 0.6 miles The Valiant School Good 0.6 miles The Excel Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Haywood Academy Secondary Good 0.7 miles Norton-Le-Moors Primary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Burslem Children's Centre 0.8 miles Spruce House School 0.8 miles Alpha Learning Staffordshire Requires Improvement 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ford Green IMD 2025

Ford Green falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

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 Ford Green 884 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Ford Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

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
Staffordshire Ford Green & Smallthorne 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

Longport Train Station 1.8 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 3.8 miles
Longton Train Station 4.5 miles
Alsager Train Station 6 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 6.7 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Smallthorne 0 yards Bradeley 0.6 miles Sneyd Green 0.6 miles Norton-in-the-Moors 0.9 miles Burslem 0.9 miles Stanfield 0.9 miles Bank Top 0.9 miles Milton 1.2 miles Middleport 1.4 miles Tunstall 1.4 miles Baddeley Green 1.4 miles Northwood 1.4 miles

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

Streets in ST6 30 shown View all streets

A50 10 Acreswood Road 2 Adams Avenue 2 Adderley Road 1 Adkins Street 1 Alanley Close 1 Albany Street 1 Alcester Close 1 Alderley Rise 2 Aldersea Close 1 Alwyn Crescent 1 Ambleside Place 1 America Street 2 Amicable Street 1 Ancaster Street 1 Anderson Place 1 Andrew Mulligan Close 1 Andrew Street 1 Anna Walk 1 Apollo Walk 1 Appledore Grove 2 Aries Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashburton Street 1 Ashlar Close 2 Ashman Street 1 Ashover Grove 1 Athelstan Street 1 Athlone Street 3 Aubrey Street 1

Postcodes in ST6 50 shown View all postcodes

ST6 1AA ST6 1AB ST6 1AE ST6 1AF ST6 1AG ST6 1AJ ST6 1AP ST6 1AQ ST6 1AR ST6 1AS ST6 1AT ST6 1AU ST6 1AW ST6 1AX ST6 1AY ST6 1AZ ST6 1BA ST6 1BB ST6 1BD ST6 1BE ST6 1BG ST6 1BH ST6 1BJ ST6 1BL ST6 1BN ST6 1BP ST6 1BQ ST6 1BS ST6 1BU ST6 1BW ST6 1BY ST6 1BZ ST6 1DB ST6 1DF ST6 1DJ ST6 1DP ST6 1DS ST6 1DT ST6 1DU ST6 1DW ST6 1DY ST6 1EA ST6 1EB ST6 1ED ST6 1EF ST6 1EG ST6 1EH ST6 1EJ ST6 1EL ST6 1EN