Postcode Analysis Telford and Wrekin, West Midlands

LOVATT LANE, TF4 2GD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOVATT LANE, TF4 2GD.

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

596

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

57%

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

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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

TF4 2GD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 31, 70% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TF4 2GD is a safe, established residential area on Lovatt Lane, 0.2km from Lawley in Telford. Administratively it sits within Horsehay & Lightmoor ward and the Telford constituency.

For families considering a move, TF4 2GD represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for TF4 2GD are sourced from Output Area E00187254 (shared with 11 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 TF4 2GD. The average age is 30.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.7%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean7.1%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 155,000

3 sales · Mean £ 142,500

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

TF4 2GD has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Other theft9
Drugs7
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Lawley Village Academy

Good214 pupils0.5 km
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Lawley Primary School

Good417 pupils0.7 km
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Ladygrove Primary School

Good442 pupils1.2 km
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Dawley Church of England Primary Academy

Inadequate230 pupils1.5 km
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Newdale Primary School & Nursery

Outstanding511 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Lawley Village Drinks Stop0.7 km
  • Lawley Village Store0.3 km
  • Meadowdale Nurseries0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Grazing Cow0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Ashukaa0.7 km
  • Dominos Pizza0.7 km
  • Lawley Bank Court0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chicken Cottage0.8 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Subway0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Stanage B B0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Telford Central3.3 km
  • Oakengates3.4 km
  • Wellington (Shropshire)3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Wall Close0.1 km
  • Smallhill Road0.1 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • St Johns Church0.4 km
  • Glendale0.4 km