TF4 2BN is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Dawley Bank in Telford and Wrekin. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Ketley & Overdale ward and the Telford constituency.
This is a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TF4 2BN are sourced from Output Area E00071494 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TF4 2BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TF4 2BN.
505
31
£ 0 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TF4 2BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 66% of tenure in TF4 2BN — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. 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 TF4 2BN. The average age is 31.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TF4 2BN has low crime rates — 33 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
Thomas Telford School
Ladygrove Primary School
Old Park Primary School
The Linden Centre
Newdale Primary School & Nursery
Lantern Academy
Dawley Church of England Primary Academy
Lawley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Range0.8 km
- One Beyond0.7 km
- Sainsburys Petrol Filling Station0.9 km
- Shop Locally0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Severn Gorge Restaurant0.8 km
- The Grazing Cow0.9 km
- Church Wickets0.8 km
- Ring O Bells1.0 km
- Bulls Head Dawley Ltd0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Starbucks0.9 km
- Starbucks0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- G&M Catering0.8 km
- Pizza Hut Restaurant0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Malinslee Fish Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Telford Central1.7 km
- Oakengates2.1 km
- Wellington (Shropshire)4.4 km
Bus Stops
- St Christophers Way0.2 km
- St Christophers Way0.2 km
- St Aubin Drive0.2 km
- St Aubin Drive0.3 km
- St Davids Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TF42BN · Data under Open Government Licence