Radon Risk in Staffordshire

Last reviewed: March 2026 · Data: BGS Indicative Atlas v3.

32 postcode districts · 2 classified High or above · Average risk class: 1.4 / 5

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and the second largest cause of lung cancer in the UK. Risk varies significantly by location — the areas below show how Staffordshire compares. 2 districts in Staffordshire are classified High risk or above — testing is strongly recommended in these areas.

All Districts in Staffordshire

District Risk Level % Homes
ST12 Highest 10–30%
ST55 Highest 10–30%
B77 Moderate 1–3%
ST13 Moderate 1–3%
ST14 Moderate 1–3%
ST9 Moderate 1–3%
WS15 Moderate 1–3%
WV5 Moderate 1–3%
B79 Low <1%
DE13 Low <1%
DE14 Low <1%
DE15 Low <1%
DY7 Low <1%
ST10 Low <1%
ST11 Low <1%
ST15 Low <1%
ST16 Low <1%
ST17 Low <1%
ST18 Low <1%
ST19 Low <1%
ST20 Low <1%
ST21 Low <1%
ST5 Low <1%
ST7 Low <1%
ST8 Low <1%
WS11 Low <1%
WS12 Low <1%
WS13 Low <1%
WS14 Low <1%
WS6 Low <1%
WS7 Low <1%
WV8 Low <1%

Get a Radon Test for Staffordshire

The only way to know your home's radon level is to test. Radon levels in Staffordshire are classified as Low — a test takes 3 months and costs around £29.

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