Welcome to Croxden
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Croxden Parish Council was formed in 1974 under The Local Government Act of 1972 and is proud to serve the residential areas of Croxden, Great Gate, Fole and Beamhurst in Staffordshire This is a rural area dominated by livestock farming set within a scenic rolling landscape with the River Tean forming part of the boundary. There are 350+ households comprised mainly of farmhouses, cottages and barn conversions accessed by a network of narrow meandering lanes. There are also two peaceful secluded campsites with woodland and varied wildlife. Croxden Abbey is the central feature of the parish. Croxden Abbey, also known as "Abbey of the Vale of St. Mary at Croxden", was a Cistercian abbey at Croxden, Staffordshire, United Kingdom. A daughter house of the abbey in Aunay-sur-Odon, Normandy, the abbey was founded by Bertram III de Verdun of Alton Castle, Staffordshire, in the 12th century. The abbey was dissolved in 1538.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
1,389 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
246 (2021) |
Density |
18 people/km2 |
Mean age |
41.9 |
Ward |
Abbey |
District |
East Staffordshire |
Postcodes |
ST10, ST14 |
ONS ID |
E04008882 |
Council
Contact details for Croxden Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Croxden Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Croxden Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Croxden Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Croxden Parish.