🏡 Blurton Area Guide – Property, Schools & Lifestyle (ST3)
Living in Blurton, Stoke-on-Trent (ST3)
Blurton is a well established and popular residential area in the south of Stoke-on-Trent, located very close to Findahome Online HQ in Fenton, with Heron Cross sitting neatly between Fenton and Blurton.
The area has long appealed to families, professionals, landlords and Stoke City supporters, thanks to its excellent road links, strong community feel, and varied housing stock.
Schools in and Around Blurton
Blurton is particularly attractive to families due to the choice of good local schools, all within easy reach:
Primary Schools
Blurton Primary School
Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy (secondary nearby)
Local feeder primaries across Blurton, Heron Cross and Longton
Catholic Schools Nearby
St Gregory’s Catholic Academy, Longton
St Thomas More Catholic Academy, Longton
These schools play a big role in maintaining steady buyer and tenant demand in the area.
Transport & Road Links
Blurton is exceptionally well connected:
A50 – immediate access via the top of Blurton Road
A500 – quick routes north & south of the city
M6 Junction 15 – approx. 10 minutes by car
The introduction of the A50 in 1997–1998 transformed Blurton’s connectivity and remains one of its strongest selling points today.
Housing in Blurton – Styles & Estates
Blurton offers a wide mix of property types, making it ideal for first-time buyers, growing families, and landlords alike.
Apartments & Flats
St Pauls Court
Poplar Drive
Blurton Farm Estate
Traditional & Family Homes
Predominantly three bedroom semi-detached houses
Mix of ex-council homes and 1930s traditional semis
Popular with families and investors
Modern Housing Developments
Three & four-bedroom detached homes
Strong owner occupier demand
Notable Estates & Areas
Blurton Farm council estate
Newstead Estate
Seddons Estate – built in the 1970s by Seddons the Builders (semis & bungalows)
Cocksters Brook Development – starter homes through to larger detached houses
Executive Homes
Blurton Priory, off Church Road
Individual high value homes on School Lane
Shops, Amenities & Local Life
Blurton offers everything needed for day-to-day living, including:
Local shops & convenience stores
Public houses
Chip shops & takeaways
Florists
Hairdressers & barbers
Off-licences
It’s a self-contained community with excellent access to neighbouring areas including Trentham, Barlaston, and Longton.
The countryside is always just a short drive away.
Parks, Walks & Green Space
A short walk up Druberry Lane takes you directly into Longton Park — a much-loved green space with walking routes, gardens and family areas.
Stoke City Connection & Permit Parking
Blurton is particularly popular with Stoke City FC supporters.
The club moved from Campbell Road to Trentham Lakes in 1997, placing the stadium within walking distance of Blurton. As a result:
Many streets now operate permit parking on matchdays
This has become part of everyday life for local residents
Property Prices & Rental Values in Blurton (Guide)
Flats & Apartments
Prices: £70,000+
Rent: £600 pcm
Two-Bedroom Semi-Detached
Ex-council: £140,000
Modern: £180,000
Rent: £700 – £850 pcm
Three-Bedroom Semi-Detached
Ex-council: £160,000 – £180,000
Traditional: £200,000 – £275,000
Rent: £900 – £1,200 pcm
Detached Houses
3 Bedroom: £280,000+ | £1,300 pcm
4 Bedroom: £310,000 – £550,000+ | £1,400 pcm
Why Sell or Rent with Findahome Online?
At Findahome Online, we have over 16 years’ experience selling and renting property in Blurton — and homes here always go quickly.
Notable streets we’ve had success on include:
Blurton Road
Keble Way
Overton Close
Langland Drive
Coleridge Road
Horsley Grove
Cemlyn Avenue
Poplar Drive
Kinross Court
Penport Grove
Church Road
Birch Walk
Valley Park Way
Beaconsfield Drive
Cedar Grove
Little Cliffe Road
Knowle Wood View
…and many more.
Blurton – A Great Choice in ST3
With excellent schools, strong transport links, varied housing, green space nearby and consistent buyer and tenant demand, Blurton remains one of the strongest residential areas in the ST3 postcode.
If you’re thinking of selling, letting, or investing in Blurton, speak to Findahome Online — local experts who know the area inside out.
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