Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

COLLINS CLOSE, TF12 5BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLLINS CLOSE, TF12 5BT.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. TF12 5BT's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £190k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £190k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 9.9% year-on-year.

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

TF12 5BT is a sought-after residential area on Collins Close, 0.3km from Folly in Broseley. Administratively it sits within Broseley ward and the Ludlow constituency.

For serious buyers, TF12 5BT is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k, up 9.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for TF12 5BT are sourced from Output Area E00146877 (shared with 7 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 5BT. The average age is 52.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 187,000

3 sales · Mean £ 179,000

Detached

£ 192,500

4 sales · Mean £ 199,875

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TF12 5BT has low crime rates — 20 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.

Violence and sexual offences22
Anti-social behaviour4
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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John Wilkinson Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding218 pupils0.3 km
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Broseley CE Primary School

Good236 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Simon Gibbons Traditional Family Butchers1.0 km
  • Co-Op Retail Wheatland Garage0.2 km
  • Broseley Newsagents J And ME Homer Ltd0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Forester Arms0.4 km
  • Pipe Markers Arms0.9 km
  • The Duke Of York0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Moon Hon0.9 km
  • Wyld Flour0.9 km
  • Zengh Fine Indian Dining0.8 km
  • Pizza And Kebab Grill0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Broseley Guest House0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Broseley Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Broseley Square0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Telford Central8.0 km
  • Shifnal9.2 km
  • Oakengates9.4 km