Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

DARK LANE, TF12 5AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARK LANE, TF12 5AG.

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Population

344

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

TF12 5AG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £309k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

TF12 5AG is a sought-after residential area on Dark Lane, 0.4km from Jackfield in Broseley. Administratively it sits within Broseley ward and the Ludlow constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TF12, TF12 5AG offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £309k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for TF12 5AG are sourced from Output Area E00146879 (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 TF12 5AG. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian3.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 309,500

1 sales · Mean £ 309,500

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

TF12 5AG has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order3
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Broseley CE Primary School

Good236 pupils0.4 km
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John Wilkinson Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding218 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Simon Gibbons Traditional Family Butchers0.8 km
  • Co-Op Retail Wheatland Garage1.0 km
  • A Little Same A Little Different0.7 km
  • Broseley Newsagents J And ME Homer Ltd0.8 km
  • Downes Greengocers & Florists0.9 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Ye Olde Robin Hood1.0 km
  • Black Swan0.8 km
  • Broseley Cricket Club0.8 km
  • Pipe Markers Arms0.8 km
  • The Duke Of York0.9 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Moon Hon0.9 km
  • The Ironmaster Restaurant0.8 km
  • Wyld Flour0.8 km
  • Zengh Fine Indian Dining0.9 km
  • Peacock Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Broseley Guest House0.9 km
  • Calcutts House0.8 km
  • Ladywood House Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Broseley Fish Bar1.0 km
  • Broseley Square0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Telford Central7.1 km
  • Oakengates8.4 km
  • Shifnal8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • St Marys Close0.2 km
  • St Marys Close0.2 km