Postcode Analysis Telford and Wrekin, West Midlands

TF3 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TF3 1DS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

292

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TF3 1DS 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.

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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

TF3 1DS is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

TF3 1DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Aqueduct in Telford. Administratively it sits within Brookside ward and the Telford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TF3 1DS is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 28% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TF3 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00071242 (shared with 5 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 TF3 1DS. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.4%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

TF3 1DS has low crime rates — 42 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 offences113
Anti-social behaviour47
Criminal damage and arson18
Drugs14
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Windmill Primary School

Good374 pupils0.5 km
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Aqueduct Primary School

Requires Improvement233 pupils0.5 km
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Southall School

Good180 pupils0.9 km
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Madeley Academy

Good1237 pupils0.9 km
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Holmer Lake Primary School

Good244 pupils1.1 km
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Grange Park Primary School

Good472 pupils1.1 km
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Queensway

Good118 pupils1.2 km
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The Telford Park School

Inadequate621 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Brookside Supermarket0.7 km
  • Brookside Community Pantry0.7 km
  • Majestic Stores0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Britannia inn0.3 km
  • The Three Furnaces0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Brookside Central Community Café0.7 km
  • The Sandwich Box0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Telford Central3.2 km
  • Oakengates4.7 km
  • Shifnal5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Burnside0.1 km
  • Burnside0.1 km
  • Ellis Peters Drive0.2 km
  • Brindleyford0.2 km
  • Ellis Peters Drive0.2 km