Stoke-on-Trent FAQ
Quick answers to common questions about Stoke-on-Trent — population, council, postcodes and who represents the town in Parliament. For practical guides on bins, planning and more, see the full Stoke-on-Trent local guide.
What is the population of Stoke-on-Trent?
Stoke-on-Trent has a population of ~259,000 (city).
Which council covers Stoke-on-Trent?
Stoke-on-Trent is covered by Stoke-on-Trent City Council for local services (bins, planning, housing), with Staffordshire County Council responsible for roads, schools and social care.
What postcodes cover Stoke-on-Trent?
Stoke-on-Trent falls mainly within the ST1–ST6 postcode areas.
Who is the MP for Stoke-on-Trent?
Stoke-on-Trent town centre falls in the Stoke-on-Trent Central constituency, represented by Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op)).
What areas does Stoke-on-Trent Gazette cover?
We cover Hanley, Burslem, Tunstall, Stoke town, Fenton, Longton, Etruria, Trentham, Meir, Kidsgrove, and the surrounding area.
What's an interesting fact about Stoke-on-Trent?
Stoke-on-Trent is the only city in England formed from six towns — Hanley, Burslem, Tunstall, Stoke, Fenton and Longton — united as the Potteries.
More about Stoke-on-Trent
- Bin collection days in Stoke-on-Trent
- Planning applications in Stoke-on-Trent
- Reporting a pothole in Stoke-on-Trent
- School term dates in Stoke-on-Trent
- More on Stoke-on-Trent's MP, contact details and expenses
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