About Wood Lane

Wood Lane is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area ST7. This community is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The village is surrounded by green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of residents. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, providing access to additional services and facilities. Wood Lane offers a peaceful environment, ideal for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Wood Lane

Wood Lane is served by 134 schools. Rode Heath Primary School and St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wood Lane

Property prices average £229K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £178K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wood Lane

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Wood Lane, with 37 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wood Lane

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wood Lane 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 Wood Lane

Most properties in Wood Lane can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,207 sales

Average Price £229K
£450 — £50.26M
Detached £304K 3,131
Semi £178K 3,528
Terraced £137K 1,957
Flat £145K 271

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

76 Primary
16 Secondary
42 Other
Wood Lane Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Ravensmead Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Chad's CofE (C) Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Crackley Bank Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Castle Hill School Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Alsagers Bank Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Chesterton Community Sports College Secondary Good 1.4 miles Sir Thomas Boughey Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles Chesterton Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Springhead Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Churchfields Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Bursley Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wood Lane IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wood Lane 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,601 Children (0-15) 16%
39,034 Working Age 60%
20,879 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.8% 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 Wood Lane 222 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Wood Lane experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

97 Violence & Sexual Offences
37 Anti-Social Behaviour
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Shoplifting
15 Other Theft
14 Public Order
11 Vehicle Crime
6 Burglary
4 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Staffordshire Audley & Halmerend 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 2.7 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 2.8 miles
Alsager Train Station 3 miles
Longton Train Station 7.2 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 8.2 miles
Sandbach Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Butters Green 0 yards Boon Hill 0.6 miles Apedale 0.6 miles Miles Green 0.9 miles Bignall End 0.9 miles Red Street 0.9 miles Audley 1.2 miles Wereton 1.2 miles Crackley 1.2 miles Dunkirk 1.2 miles Halmer End 1.4 miles Chesterton 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Newcastle-under-Lyme
County Staffordshire
Ward Kidsgrove & Ravenscliffe
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent North
Parish Kidsgrove
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST7 30 shown View all streets

A500 2 Aarons Drive 1 Acacia Gardens 2 Acton Way 2 Akesmoor Lane 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Close 1 Alderhay Lane 1 Alfred Moseley Place 3 Alma Close 1 Alsager Road 4 Anne Court 1 Apedale Road 3 Arbour Street 1 Arley Close 1 Arran Drive 1 Arrowsmith Drive 2 Arthur Maddock Road 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash View 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashenhurst Road 1 Ashenough Road 2 Ashmead Mews 2 Ashmores Lane 1 Aspen Close 1 Astbury Close 1 Attwood Street 5 Audley Road 5 Avon Court 1

Postcodes in ST7 50 shown View all postcodes

ST7 1AB ST7 1AD ST7 1AE ST7 1AF ST7 1AG ST7 1AH ST7 1AL ST7 1AN ST7 1AP ST7 1AQ ST7 1AR ST7 1AS ST7 1AT ST7 1AU ST7 1AW ST7 1AX ST7 1AY ST7 1AZ ST7 1BA ST7 1BB ST7 1BD ST7 1BE ST7 1BG ST7 1BH ST7 1BL ST7 1BN ST7 1BP ST7 1BQ ST7 1BS ST7 1BT ST7 1BU ST7 1BX ST7 1BY ST7 1BZ ST7 1DA ST7 1DB ST7 1DD ST7 1DE ST7 1DF ST7 1DG ST7 1DH ST7 1DJ ST7 1DL ST7 1DN ST7 1DP ST7 1DQ ST7 1DR ST7 1DT ST7 1DW ST7 1DX