TF8 7AA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Waterloo Street, 0.2km from Hodgebower in Telford. Administratively it sits within Ironbridge Gorge ward and the Telford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in TF8, TF8 7AA offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 78% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £316k.
Census 2021 statistics for TF8 7AA are sourced from Output Area E00071455 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WATERLOO STREET, TF8 7AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERLOO STREET, TF8 7AA.
252
50
£ 51,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TF8 7AA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TF8 7AA spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TF8 7AA. The average age is 50.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 336,500
2 sales · Mean £ 336,500
Terraced
£ 170,000
5 sales · Mean £ 193,390
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TF8 7AA has low crime rates — 22 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
Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary School
Woodlands Primary School
Haberdashers' Abraham Darby
William Reynolds Primary School
Broseley CE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Darlingtons Of Ironbridge0.5 km
- The Co-operative Group Limited0.9 km
- Moonshine Fuggles0.3 km
- The Ironbridge Ice Cream Co Ltd0.3 km
- A And B Fruits0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Library House B B0.4 km
- Heritage View Guest House0.4 km
- Ladywood House Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- White Hart Inn0.5 km
- Ye Olde Robin Hood0.5 km
- Black Swan0.9 km
- The Swan Taphouse0.8 km
- Broseley Cricket Club0.8 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Darby's 17790.3 km
- Riverside Tea Room0.9 km
- The Bolthole0.4 km
- The Elephant Crossing0.2 km
- Aftab Tandoori Restaurant0.2 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Eleys Of Ironbridge0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Telford Central6.3 km
- Oakengates7.6 km
- Wellington (Shropshire)8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Old Police Station0.1 km
- Old Police Station0.1 km
- Bedlam Furnaces0.2 km
- Bedlam Furnaces0.2 km
- The Square0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TF87AA · Data under Open Government Licence