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UK surname

Stachura

A Polish surname derived from the noun "stach", meaning a pile or stack.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Slough, Coventry and Brent.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Stachura is 146 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

146

2016, ranked #24,173

Peak year

2016

146 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 146 in 2016, ranked #24,173.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Stachura surname distribution map

The map shows where the Stachura surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Stachura surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Stachura over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1997 modern 26 #35,135
1998 modern 32 #34,633
1999 modern 30 #34,939
2000 modern 33 #34,607
2001 modern 29 #34,839
2002 modern 28 #35,139
2003 modern 28 #35,200
2004 modern 34 #34,868
2005 modern 42 #34,395
2006 modern 60 #33,235
2007 modern 75 #32,079
2008 modern 96 #29,654
2009 modern 90 #31,094
2010 modern 98 #30,540
2011 modern 117 #27,334
2012 modern 139 #24,485
2013 modern 131 #25,932
2014 modern 138 #25,218
2015 modern 145 #24,246
2016 modern 146 #24,173

Geography

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Where Stachuras are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Slough, Coventry, Brent, Greenwich and Bexley. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Slough 002 Slough
2 Coventry 039 Coventry
3 Brent 015 Brent
4 Greenwich 007 Greenwich
5 Bexley 018 Bexley

Forenames

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First names often paired with Stachura

These lists show first names that appear often with the Stachura surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Stachura

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Stachura, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Stachura surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Stachura household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Young Families and Mainstream Employment

Group

Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins

Within London, Stachura is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins, part of Young Families and Mainstream Employment. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Scattered across London’s Inner and Outer suburbs, residents of these neighbourhoods are typically housed in the social rented sector. Although terraced and semi-detached houses predominate, more residents live in flats than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Neighbourhoods are more ethnically diverse than the Supergroup average. Those identifying as of Bangladeshi, Pakistani and some Black ethnicities are more prevalent. Europeans born in a overseas non-EU countries make up more of the lower proportion of residents identifying as White. Few residents are very old (85+). Employment in distribution, hotels and restaurants is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Many families in these neighbourhoods have young children. Housing is principally in the social rented sector, in terraced or semi-detached units. While over-all residential densities are low, overcrowding is also prevalent locally. Residents are drawn from a range of ethnic minorities, with many identifying as Black and above average numbers born in Africa. Numbers identifying as of Chinese, Indian or White ethnicity are below average. Levels of proficiency in English are below average. Levels of separation or divorce and incidence of disability are both above average. Education is typically limited to Level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. Few residents work in professional or managerial occupations but the employment structure is otherwise diverse: it includes skilled trades, caring, leisure and other service occupations, sales and customer service occupations, construction, and work as process, plant, and machine operatives.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Stachura is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Stachura falls in decile 1 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Stachura is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Stachura, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Stachura

The surname Stachura has its origins in Poland, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Polish word "stach," which was a diminutive form of the name Stanislaw. This name was quite common in the region and was often used as a nickname or shortened version.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Stachura can be found in the 16th-century tax records of the town of Krakow. In these documents, several individuals with the surname Stachura were listed as residents and property owners. This suggests that the name had already been established in the area by that time.

The name Stachura also appears in some historical church records from the 17th century, particularly in the regions of Lesser Poland and Silesia. These records often included details about baptisms, marriages, and burials, providing valuable insights into the lives of those bearing the surname.

It is worth noting that the spelling of the name may have varied slightly over time, with variations such as Stachur, Stachura, or Stachurski being used interchangeably. These variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and the individual preferences of the name bearers.

One prominent individual who carried the Stachura surname was Józef Stachura, a Polish writer and poet who lived from 1904 to 1973. He was known for his works that explored the complexities of rural life and the struggles of the working class. His most acclaimed work, "The Narrow Road," was published in 1932 and received critical acclaim.

Another notable figure with the Stachura surname was Konstanty Stachura, a Polish military officer who fought in the Kosciuszko Uprising against the Russian Empire in 1794. He was born in 1769 and played a significant role in the battle of Racławice, which is celebrated as a pivotal moment in Polish history.

In the 19th century, a prominent family with the Stachura surname owned a large estate in the village of Zalesie, located in the Lublin region of Poland. The Stachura family was known for their involvement in local politics and their philanthropic efforts in the community.

Additionally, there was a Polish painter named Stanisław Stachura who lived from 1865 to 1945. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and his works can be found in several museums and private collections in Poland.

Throughout the centuries, the Stachura surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, writers, military personnel, and landowners. While the name may have evolved slightly over time, its Polish roots and connection to the diminutive form of Stanislaw remain a significant part of its origin and history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Stachura surname: questions and answers

How common is the Stachura surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 146 in 2016. That gives Stachura a modern rank of #24,173.

What does the Stachura surname mean?

A Polish surname derived from the noun "stach", meaning a pile or stack.

What does the Stachura map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Stachura bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.