About Rodbaston

Rodbaston is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area ST19. It is primarily known for its agricultural college, Rodbaston College, which offers a range of courses in land-based studies. The college is surrounded by open fields and farmland, providing a rural setting for students and visitors alike. The village itself features a few local amenities, including a pub and a small shop, catering to the needs of residents. Rodbaston is conveniently situated near the larger town of Penkridge, which offers additional services and facilities. The area is easily accessible by road, making it a suitable base for exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions in Staffordshire.

School Ratings in Rodbaston

Rodbaston is served by 50 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Rodbaston

Property prices average £311K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £388K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rodbaston

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Rodbaston, with 5 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Rodbaston

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Rodbaston falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Rodbaston

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Rodbaston, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. 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

28 Primary
10 Secondary
12 Other
South Staffordshire College 16 plus Good 0.2 miles The Rural Enterprise Academy Secondary Inadequate 0.2 miles Robin's Nest School Good 0.7 miles Little Kinvaston School Good 0.7 miles Princefield First School Primary 1.4 miles Wolgarston High School Secondary 1.6 miles St Michael's CofE (A) First School Primary Good 1.6 miles Marshbrook First School Primary 1.8 miles Penkridge Middle School Middle deemed secondary 1.9 miles Longridge School Good 2.7 miles St Paul's CofE First School Primary 2.9 miles St Lukes CofE Primary School Primary 2.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Rodbaston IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Rodbaston in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 Rodbaston 38 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Rodbaston falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Shoplifting
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Public Order
3 Other Crime
2 Other Theft
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
Local Policing
Staffordshire Penkridge & Huntington 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

Penkridge Train Station 1.6 miles
Cannock Train Station 4.3 miles
Hednesford Train Station 4.8 miles
Landywood Train Station 5 miles
Bilbrook Train Station 6 miles
Codsall Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Otherton 0.6 miles Gailey Wharf 0.6 miles Gailey 0.9 miles Boscomoor 1.2 miles Penkridge 1.2 miles Crateford 1.8 miles Congreve 1.8 miles Pillaton 1.8 miles Quarry Heath 1.8 miles Hatherton 2 miles Four Ashes 2 miles Calf Heath 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