Area Overview for Drayton Bassett

You are entering a rural parish in Lichfield District, Staffordshire, when you move to Drayton Bassett. This civil parish covers an area of 12.7 km² and sits approximately three miles south of Tamworth. The village lies on the western edge of the Tame Valley at coordinates 52.610902, -1.701644. Residents live in a historic settlement that was first recorded as 'Draitone' in the Domesday Survey of 1086. The name 'Bassett' was added in the 13th century after the land passed to the medieval lords of the manor. Sir Robert Peel, the Prime Minister who founded the Metropolitan Police, lived at Drayton Manor and is buried in the parish church of St. Peter. A conservation area was designated in 2018 to protect 3.1 hectares of the historic core. Today, you walk near the site of Drayton Manor Theme Park and Zoo, which was established in 1949 on former estate land. The village operates on the Fazeley Canal and the Heart of England Way. You are also close to the junction of the Birmingham and Coventry canals. Historical proximity to Tamworth makes the location significant for those valuing the Tame Valley landscape. Current population figures place the community at approximately 1,663 people. This small size defines the quiet, estate-village character that still influences daily life.

The community in Drayton Bassett reflects its status as a established rural residence. The median age within the parish is 70 years, indicating a predominantly older population. Data confirms that the most common age range falls into the 'Age: Total' category, which highlights the specific demographic concentration here. Home ownership levels stand at 64%, meaning nearly two-thirds of residents own their properties outright or with a mortgage. This high rate of ownership suggests a stable community where people have put long-term roots down rather than renting short-term stays. The household composition data covers total records, providing a broad view of family structures within the parish. Accommodation type statistics also reflect the overall housing stock across the area. While specific details on predominant ethnic groups and religious affiliation are included in the total demographic profile, the area remains defined by its historical ties to the land and local heritage. The village functions as a distinct entity within Lichfield District, separate from larger urban centres. Living here means engaging with a demographic that has remained relatively consistent over time. You will encounter neighbours who have lived through multiple generations of changes in the local economy and infrastructure. The population figure of approximately 1,663 reinforces the close-knit nature of this parish.