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Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts

About

Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts is a ward in the Shropshire Council area, covering parts of the historic market town of Bridgnorth and the nearby village of Astley Abbotts. The ward includes residential areas, local businesses, and green spaces, with the River Severn forming a natural boundary to the west. Bridgnorth is known for its cliff railway and historic architecture, while Astley Abbotts offers a quieter, rural setting with farmland and woodland.

The area has good transport links, including the A442 road, connecting it to nearby towns like Telford and Kidderminster. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities, serving both urban and rural residents. The ward’s mix of town and countryside provides a balance of convenience and natural surroundings, with walking trails and parks offering outdoor recreation.

Area overview

On average Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts is £40,118 per year. There are 4 schools in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts Population

6,679

Population density

346.1 per km²

Demographics

British

6,372

95.43%

Other White

1.44%

Irish

0.67%

Other Asian

0.52%

Chinese

0.42%

Total population: 6,677

Housing

Owns outright

1,356

43.45%

Owns with a mortgage

792

25.38%

Private landlord or letting agency

537

17.21%

Other social rented

187

5.99%

Social rents from council

161

5.16%

Total households: 3,121

Property prices in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £262,500 in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £870,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	18	£366,000	£271,750	£308,750	£411,750	£534,250
Flats	8	£176,250	£110,250	£148,125	£277,500	£327,250
Semi-Detached	29	£260,000	£164,000	£225,000	£295,000	£489,200
Terraced	39	£245,000	£143,500	£196,000	£277,500	£392,500

10 years median price trend in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts

All postcodes in Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts

WV155AD

Bandon Lane

WV155DA

Bernards Hill

WV156BH

Craig Walk

WV156BU

Hillside Avenue

WV164SP

Much Wenlock & Broseley

WV156BA

Severn Side South

WV164EH

Church Street

WV164HD

Love Lane

WV164SF

Bramble Ridge

WV155BQ

Faraday Drive

WV156AP

Stourbridge Road

WV164EP

Moat Street

WV164QP

Whitburn Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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