Is TF12 5BH a safe place to live?

Yes, TF12 5BH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of TF12 5BH?

The population for the TF12 5BH area is approximately 384 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

TF12 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TF12 5BH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

384

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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3/10

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6/10

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1/10

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1/10

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4/10

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Area Character

At 76% private renter occupancy, TF12 5BH is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Low crime and budget prices create strong demand from cost-conscious renters.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TF12 5BH is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Shirlett in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Broseley ward and the Ludlow constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TF12 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00146882 (shared with 38 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TF12 5BH. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%

Asian / British Asian1.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

58%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

TF12 5BH has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Telford Central12.3 km
Oakengates13.5 km
Wellington (Shropshire)13.7 km