Bishop's Castle ward is located in the southern part of Shropshire, near the Welsh border. The area is known for its historic market town, which dates back to the 12th century. The ward includes the town itself and surrounding rural settlements, featuring a mix of residential, agricultural, and small business spaces. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, with the Clun and Onny rivers flowing nearby.
The town retains many traditional buildings, including timber-framed houses and the 18th-century town hall. Local amenities include independent shops, pubs, and a brewery, reflecting the area’s community-focused economy. The ward is also home to the Bishop’s Castle Railway, a heritage line that attracts visitors. With a population of around 1,500, the area maintains a quiet, rural atmosphere while serving as a hub for nearby villages.
On average Bishop's Castle has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bishop's Castle is £41,564 per year. There are 5 schools in Bishop's Castle: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £324,000 in Bishop's Castle area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £662,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 17 | £405,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 7 | £317,500 |
| Terraced | 7 | £225,000 |
10 years price trend in Bishop's Castle
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Clun & Bucknell
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Clun & Bucknell
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New Street
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Bishop's Castle, Brockton & Chirbury
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Castle Street
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Corporation Street
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Clun & Bucknell
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Church Street
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Bull Street
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Salop Street
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Heblands Bank
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Field Lane
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Corporation Street
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Castle Street
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Arbour Lane
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Clun & Bucknell
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Brampton Road
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Kerry Lane
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Kerry Lane
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Kerry Lane
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Clun & Bucknell
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Pound Close
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Bur Way
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Church Lane
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Moat Hill
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Brampton Road
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Billingsley Close
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Lavender Bank
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High Street
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Castle Green
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Basford Bank
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Harley Jenkins Street
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Clun & Bucknell
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Corricks Rise
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Kerry Lane
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Love Lane
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Clun & Bucknell
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Clun & Bucknell
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Woodbatch Road
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Kerry Lane
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Kerry Ridgeway
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Bull Lane
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Brampton Road
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Glebe Meadow
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Clun & Bucknell
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Clun & Bucknell
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The Port Way
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Brampton Road
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Rock Close
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Harley Jenkins Street
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Corporation Street
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Brampton Road
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Basford Bank
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Arbour Lane
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Billingsley Close
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.