Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

MAYPOLE COTTAGE, TF8 7DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYPOLE COTTAGE, TF8 7DB.

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

310

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 47,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 50, TF8 7DB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £430k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

TF8 7DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Maypole Cottage, 0.3km from Buildwas in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Severn Valley ward and the Shrewsbury and Atcham constituency.

For families considering a move, TF8 7DB represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k.

Census 2021 statistics for TF8 7DB are sourced from Output Area E00147576 (shared with 16 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 TF8 7DB. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 430,000

2 sales · Mean £ 430,000

Detached

£ 420,000

1 sales · Mean £ 420,000

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

TF8 7DB has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order2
Burglary1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Buildwas Academy

Good95 pupils0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wellington (Shropshire)6.9 km
  • Telford Central7.9 km
  • Oakengates8.4 km