TF12 5BZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Upper Croft, 0.3km from Broseley in Broseley. Administratively it sits within Broseley ward and the Ludlow constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, TF12 5BZ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TF12 5BZ are sourced from Output Area E00146876 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UPPER CROFT, TF12 5BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER CROFT, TF12 5BZ.
232
49
£ 42,800 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TF12 5BZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 63% social renting, TF12 5BZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TF12 5BZ. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TF12 5BZ has low crime rates — 37 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
Broseley CE Primary School
John Wilkinson Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Simon Gibbons Traditional Family Butchers0.3 km
- Co-Op Retail Wheatland Garage0.5 km
- A Little Same A Little Different0.8 km
- Broseley Newsagents J And ME Homer Ltd0.1 km
- Downes Greengocers & Florists0.3 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Forester Arms0.4 km
- Pipe Markers Arms0.2 km
- The Duke Of York0.1 km
- The Lion Hotel0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Moon Hon0.1 km
- The Ironmaster Restaurant0.4 km
- Wyld Flour0.2 km
- Zengh Fine Indian Dining0.1 km
- Pizza And Kebab Grill0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Broseley Guest House0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Broseley Fish Bar0.5 km
- Broseley Square0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Telford Central8.0 km
- Oakengates9.3 km
- Shifnal9.6 km
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Postcode Profile: TF125BZ · Data under Open Government Licence