We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Weaverslake in East Staffordshire 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 Weaverslake older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Weaverslake and East Staffordshire? Is Weaverslake an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Weaverslake Health Statistics
Yoxall has more residents (very_good_pc-$country_health->very_good_pc, 2)%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoxall | 51.26% | 34.78% | 11.46% | 1.82% | 0.69% |
| East Staffordshire | 46.54% | 35.47% | 13.16% | 3.74% | 1.09% |
| 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 East Staffordshire changed since 2011?
East Staffordshire residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.43% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 45.86% | 35.72% | 13.47% | 3.85% | 1.09% |
| 2021 | 46.54% | 35.47% | 13.16% | 3.74% | 1.09% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Weaverslake & East Staffordshire 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 Weaverslake in the East Staffordshire local area district.
Weaverslake has a lower rate of immigrants than East Staffordshire, the West Midlands region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Yoxall | 96.26% | 3.74% |
| East Staffordshire | 86.08% | 13.92% |
| West Midlands | 84.84% | 15.17% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Weaverslake compared to other wards in East Staffordshire
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anglesey | 56.85% | 43.15% |
| 2 | Shobnall | 66.02% | 33.98% |
| 3 | Burton | 68.06% | 31.94% |
| 4 | Eton Park | 71.75% | 28.25% |
| 5 | Horninglow | 82.91% | 17.09% |
| 6 | Stapenhill | 86.82% | 13.18% |
| 7 | Branston | 88.72% | 11.28% |
| 8 | Winshill | 88.87% | 11.14% |
| 9 | Crown | 94.2% | 5.8% |
| 10 | Town | 94.22% | 5.78% |
| 11 | Brizlincote | 94.32% | 5.68% |
| 12 | Tutbury and Outwoods | 94.39% | 5.61% |
| 13 | Stretton | 95% | 5% |
| 14 | Churnet | 95.66% | 4.34% |
| 15 | Heath | 96.05% | 3.95% |
| 16 | Needwood | 96.2% | 3.8% |
| 17 | Yoxall | 96.26% | 3.74% |
| 18 | Rolleston on Dove | 96.52% | 3.48% |
| 19 | Weaver | 97.23% | 2.78% |
| 20 | Bagots | 97.62% | 2.38% |
| 21 | Abbey | 97.96% | 2.04% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Weaverslake Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Weaverslake 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 | Yoxall | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 13.9% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 8.04% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 14.71% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.45% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 15.53% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 41.1% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Weaverslake 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 East Staffordshire.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| East Staffordshire | 3.2% | 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 | 53.48% |
| In Part-Time Work | 28.21% |
| Unemployed | 2.8% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Weaverslake?
The largest employment sector in Weaverslake is Managers, Directors & Senior Officials. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 26.94% |
| Professional Occupations | 18.72% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 12.76% |
| Skilled Trades | 10.96% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 10.65% |
| Elementary Occupations | 6.03% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 5.48% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 3.52% |
How many residents own or rent their home in Weaverslake and East Staffordshire
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Weaverslake either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 84.75 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 15.25 of Weaverslake residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Yoxall | 84.75% | 15.25% |
| East Staffordshire | 66.83% | 33.17% |
| West Midlands | 62.8% | 37.2% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Weaverslake has a significantly higher level of home ownership than the national average. This is indicative or an economically wealthy area.
Weaverslake compared to other wards in East Staffordshire
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brizlincote | 87.57% | 12.43% |
| 2 | Abbey (East Staffordshire) | 86.66% | 13.34% |
| 3 | Rolleston on Dove | 84.96% | 15.04% |
| 4 | Yoxall | 84.75% | 15.25% |
| 5 | Stretton | 83.89% | 16.11% |
| 6 | Needwood | 82.32% | 17.68% |
| 7 | Crown | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| 8 | Bagots | 80.24% | 19.76% |
| 9 | Branston (East Staffordshire) | 77.81% | 22.19% |
| 10 | Weaver | 77.74% | 22.26% |
| 11 | Tutbury and Outwoods | 77.18% | 22.82% |
| 12 | Heath (East Staffordshire) | 72.01% | 27.99% |
| 13 | Town (East Staffordshire) | 69.02% | 30.98% |
| 14 | Churnet (East Staffordshire) | 68.55% | 31.45% |
| 15 | Winshill | 62.65% | 37.35% |
| 16 | Horninglow | 56.97% | 43.03% |
| 17 | Eton Park | 52.13% | 47.87% |
| 18 | Stapenhill | 51.61% | 48.39% |
| 19 | Shobnall | 45.02% | 54.98% |
| 20 | Anglesey (East Staffordshire) | 43.17% | 56.83% |
| 21 | Burton (East Staffordshire) | 37.69% | 62.31% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Weaverslake Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Yoxall.| 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)
What is the population of Weaverslake and East Staffordshire?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in East Staffordshire including Weaverslake. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Abbey | 2888 |
| Anglesey | 8163 |
| Bagots | 2704 |
| Branston | 8166 |
| Brizlincote | 5139 |
| Burton | 4231 |
| Churnet | 2809 |
| Crown | 3466 |
| Eton Park | 7697 |
| Heath | 6687 |
| Horninglow | 9177 |
| Needwood | 5956 |
| Rolleston on Dove | 3208 |
| Shobnall | 8511 |
| Stapenhill | 7938 |
| Stretton | 7550 |
| Town | 6981 |
| Tutbury and Outwoods | 6590 |
| Weaver | 1998 |
| Winshill | 8584 |
| Yoxall | 2480 |
| East Staffordshire Total | 120923 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
