TF3 1FA is an up-and-coming urban area located 1.0km from Randlay in Telford. Administratively it sits within The Nedge ward and the Telford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, TF3 1FA is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 113 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TF3 1FA are sourced from Output Area E00071670 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TF3 1FA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TF3 1FA.
310
39
£ 40,600 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TF3 1FA 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
TF3 1FA has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TF3 1FA. The average age is 38.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TF3 1FA is above average at 113 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Telford Park School
Grange Park Primary School
Holmer Lake Primary School
Windmill Primary School
Randlay Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Brookside Community Pantry0.7 km
- Brookside Supermarket0.7 km
- Calcott Supermarket0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Boscobel Tavern Limited0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Brookside Central Community Café0.7 km
- Randlay Community Centre1.0 km
- Hollinswood and Randlay Parish Council1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Telford Central2.6 km
- Oakengates4.3 km
- Shifnal4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Lord Silkin School0.1 km
- Centre0.2 km
- Centre0.2 km
- Chatford0.3 km
- Chatford0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TF31FA · Data under Open Government Licence