# ST19 (Stafford), West Midlands ST19 property prices have grown at 2.7% annually over five years, with rental values expanding faster at 5.6% annually, suggesting stronger investor returns through lettings than capital appreciation. The district's trajectory score of 51.9 ranks in the 61st percentile nationally, indicating moderate performance relative to other UK postcodes. Population growth of 0.9% over the same period reflects modest demographic expansion. The area is classified in the latent gentrification stage, meaning physical or economic transformation has not yet materialised significantly. These metrics indicate a market characterised by rental yield opportunities rather than pronounced house price momentum, with underlying conditions that may support future development depending on broader regional economic factors.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.6% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.9% per year
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What's changing in Stafford · June 2026
41 planning applications submitted in ST19 over the last six months.
- Removal of cement render to southern gable elevation and exposure and restoration of brickwork underneathJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Proposed timber three bay detached garage and conversion and extension of existing garage to provide office, gym and wellness areaJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Proposed conversion of existing garages into cinema room and home gym. Proposed new triple detached garage.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Stafford (ST19) common questions
Is Stafford up and coming?
Stafford (ST19) has a trajectory score of 52/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 39% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 2.0 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Stafford safe?
Stafford has a safety score of 25/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Stafford?
The average property price in Stafford (ST19) is £259k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Stafford?
The median monthly rent in Stafford (ST19) is £862 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Stafford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Kingswinford (DY6), Gloucester (GL3), Wolverhampton (WV5), Droitwich (WR9), Stafford (ST17). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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