TF11 8BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.2km from Shifnal in Shifnal. Administratively it sits within Shifnal North ward and the The Wrekin constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, TF11 8BJ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for TF11 8BJ are sourced from Output Area E00146954 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, TF11 8BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, TF11 8BJ.
299
40
£ 46,300 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TF11 8BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TF11 8BJ has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TF11 8BJ. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 163,000
3 sales · Mean £ 162,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TF11 8BJ has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Shifnal Primary School
Idsall School
St Andrew's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Jacksons Butchers0.6 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Co-Operative Group (CWS) Limited0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Haughton Hall0.5 km
- Park House Hotel0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Christopher's0.7 km
- Latimers Cafe Bar0.7 km
- Shifnal Balti Ltd0.4 km
- The Bell Shifnal0.8 km
- Cottams Fish And Chips0.3 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Wishing Star0.6 km
- Alexander's Kitchen0.5 km
- Catherines Bakery Ltd0.6 km
- Shifnal Fryer0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Odfellows Wine Bar0.6 km
- The Anvil Shifnal0.5 km
- The Plough Inn0.3 km
- Wheatsheaf Inn0.3 km
- Winking Frog0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shifnal0.6 km
- Telford Central4.8 km
- Cosford5.6 km
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Postcode Profile: TF118BJ · Data under Open Government Licence