It is separate from the town of Uttoxeter, and surrounds it to the north, west and south.

In East Staffordshire Borough Council Uttoxeter Rural is covered by the Abbey ward and is represented by Christopher Smith of the Conservative Party.

In Staffordshire County Council Uttoxeter Rural is part of the larger ward of the same name and is represented by Philip Atkins of the Conservative Party.

Uttoxeter Rural is considered a safe Conservative seat.

The following people and military units have received the Freedom of the Parish of Uttoxeter Rural.