Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

ROUGH LANE, TF12 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROUGH LANE, TF12 5AL.

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

299

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TF12 5AL combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£120k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £120k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

TF12 5AL is a sought-after residential area on Rough Lane, 0.1km from Rough Lane in Broseley. Administratively it sits within Broseley ward and the Ludlow constituency.

For serious buyers, TF12 5AL is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00146877 (shared with 7 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 5AL. The average age is 52.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 321,500

5 sales · Mean £ 325,300

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

TF12 5AL has low crime rates — 15 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 offences13
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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John Wilkinson Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding218 pupils0.2 km
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Broseley CE Primary School

Good236 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Forester Arms0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Co-Op Retail Wheatland Garage0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Broseley Fish Bar0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Telford Central8.0 km
  • Shifnal9.1 km
  • Oakengates9.4 km