We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Rowley Park in Stafford from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Rowley Park older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Rowley Park and Stafford? Is Rowley Park an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Rowley Park Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Stafford.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Stafford | 2.6% | -0.1% |
| West Midlands | 5% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 54.49% |
| In Part-Time Work | 26.19% |
| Unemployed | 4.89% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Rowley Park Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Highfields & Western Downs.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Rowley Park Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Rowley Park residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Highfields & Western Downs | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 21.2% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 11.84% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 16.47% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.01% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 17.99% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 24.16% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Rowley Park & Stafford Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Rowley Park in the Stafford local area district.
| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Highfields & Western Downs | 89.97% | 10.03% |
| Stafford | 92.51% | 7.49% |
| West Midlands | 84.84% | 15.17% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Rowley Park compared to other wards in Stafford
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coton | 82.6% | 17.4% |
| 2 | Forebridge | 85.98% | 14.02% |
| 3 | Common | 87.03% | 12.97% |
| 4 | Littleworth | 88.49% | 11.51% |
| 5 | Penkside | 89.82% | 10.18% |
| 6 | Highfields & Western Downs | 89.97% | 10.03% |
| 7 | Doxey & Castletown | 90.69% | 9.31% |
| 8 | Rowley | 90.83% | 9.17% |
| 9 | Weeping Cross & Wildwood | 91.75% | 8.25% |
| 10 | Baswich | 91.95% | 8.05% |
| 11 | Holmcroft | 92.27% | 7.73% |
| 12 | Milwich | 92.7% | 7.3% |
| 13 | Manor | 92.93% | 7.07% |
| 14 | Seighford & Church Eaton | 93.25% | 6.75% |
| 15 | Milford | 94.83% | 5.17% |
| 16 | Walton | 95.04% | 4.96% |
| 17 | Swynnerton & Oulton | 95.14% | 4.86% |
| 18 | St Michael's & Stonefield | 95.48% | 4.53% |
| 19 | Eccleshall | 96.14% | 3.86% |
| 20 | Barlaston | 96.27% | 3.73% |
| 21 | Gnosall & Woodseaves | 96.67% | 3.33% |
| 22 | Fulford | 97.11% | 2.89% |
| 23 | Haywood & Hixon | 97.42% | 2.58% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Rowley Park Health Statistics
Highfields & Western Downs has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields & Western Downs | 41.91% | 35.97% | 15.44% | 5.02% | 1.65% |
| Stafford | 46.78% | 35.02% | 13.3% | 3.8% | 1.1% |
| West Midlands | 46.4% | 34.38% | 13.54% | 4.37% | 1.31% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Stafford changed since 2011?
Stafford residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.08% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 46.13% | 35.59% | 13.23% | 3.91% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | 46.78% | 35.02% | 13.3% | 3.8% | 1.1% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Rowley Park?
The largest employment sector in Rowley Park is Elementary Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Elementary Occupations | 18.45% |
| Professional Occupations | 13.75% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 11.11% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 11.05% |
| Skilled Trades | 9.91% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 9.3% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 8.19% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 8.13% |
How many residents own or rent their home in Rowley Park and Stafford
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Rowley Park either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 52.45 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 47.55 of Rowley Park residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Highfields & Western Downs | 52.45% | 47.55% |
| Stafford | 70% | 30% |
| West Midlands | 62.8% | 37.2% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Rowley Park has a lower level of home ownership than than the national average.
Rowley Park compared to other wards in Stafford
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baswich | 88.5% | 11.5% |
| 2 | Milford (Stafford) | 87.9% | 12.1% |
| 3 | Weeping Cross & Wildwood | 86.49% | 13.51% |
| 4 | Rowley (Stafford) | 82.28% | 17.72% |
| 5 | Fulford | 81.86% | 18.14% |
| 6 | Seighford & Church Eaton | 81.84% | 18.16% |
| 7 | Haywood & Hixon | 81.68% | 18.32% |
| 8 | Swynnerton & Oulton | 80.76% | 19.24% |
| 9 | Gnosall & Woodseaves | 77.71% | 22.29% |
| 10 | Holmcroft | 75.78% | 24.22% |
| 11 | Milwich | 75.56% | 24.44% |
| 12 | Walton (Stafford) | 75.21% | 24.79% |
| 13 | Eccleshall | 75.13% | 24.87% |
| 14 | Barlaston | 73.45% | 26.55% |
| 15 | Littleworth | 70.39% | 29.61% |
| 16 | St Michael's & Stonefield | 67.71% | 32.29% |
| 17 | Manor (Stafford) | 61.83% | 38.17% |
| 18 | Highfields & Western Downs | 52.45% | 47.55% |
| 19 | Doxey & Castletown | 51.61% | 48.39% |
| 20 | Penkside | 47.04% | 52.96% |
| 21 | Forebridge | 45.54% | 54.46% |
| 22 | Coton | 45.4% | 54.6% |
| 23 | Common | 43.73% | 56.27% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Rowley Park and Stafford?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Stafford including Rowley Park. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Barlaston | 2860 |
| Baswich | 6217 |
| Common | 4893 |
| Coton | 8841 |
| Doxey & Castletown | 4173 |
| Eccleshall | 6974 |
| Forebridge | 3793 |
| Fulford | 6053 |
| Gnosall & Woodseaves | 6795 |
| Haywood & Hixon | 6704 |
| Highfields & Western Downs | 7110 |
| Holmcroft | 6735 |
| Littleworth | 5866 |
| Manor | 7301 |
| Milford | 3040 |
| Milwich | 7452 |
| Penkside | 3994 |
| Rowley | 3004 |
| Seighford & Church Eaton | 6390 |
| St Michael's & Stonefield | 10311 |
| Swynnerton & Oulton | 6581 |
| Walton | 6700 |
| Weeping Cross & Wildwood | 6071 |
| Stafford Total | 137858 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
