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Church Stretton and Craven Arms

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About

The Church Stretton and Craven Arms ward in Shropshire covers a mix of rural and semi-urban areas in the south of the county. Church Stretton, known as "Little Switzerland," lies within the Shropshire Hills AONB, offering scenic landscapes and outdoor activities. Craven Arms is a market town with transport links, including a railway station, and serves as a gateway to the surrounding countryside. The ward includes smaller villages like All Stretton and Little Stretton, which contribute to its rural character.

Agriculture and tourism play key roles in the local economy, with farms and small businesses supporting the community. The area features historic sites such as Stokesay Castle and the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre. Walking trails like the Shropshire Way and Long Mynd attract visitors. The ward has a mix of housing, from traditional cottages to modern developments, catering to both residents and second-home owners.

Area overview

On average Church Stretton and Craven Arms has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Church Stretton and Craven Arms is £43,708 per year. There are 5 schools in Church Stretton and Craven Arms: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
45
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
12.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Church Stretton and Craven Arms Population
8,932
Population density
86 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,312
93.03%
Other White
273
3.06%
Pakistani
68
0.76%
Irish
57
0.64%
Other Asian
42
0.47%
Total population: 8,935

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,218
53.3%
Owns with a mortgage
675
16.22%
Private landlord or letting agency
555
13.34%
Other social rented
481
11.56%
Other forms of private rent
115
2.76%
Total households: 4,161

Property prices in Church Stretton and Craven Arms

Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Church Stretton and Craven Arms area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £877,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Church Stretton and Craven Arms in the 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 Church Stretton and Craven Arms over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached58£525,000
Flats18£111,750
Semi-Detached29£299,000
Terraced13£180,000

10 years median price trend in Church Stretton and Craven Arms

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Church Stretton and Craven Arms.

All postcodes in Church Stretton and Craven Arms

SY79RN

Hawthorn Close

Data Sources

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