Cosford & Albrighton is a rural area in Shropshire, located near the border with Staffordshire. The area is known for its proximity to RAF Cosford, which houses the Royal Air Force Museum, a key attraction for aviation enthusiasts. The surrounding landscape features farmland and woodland, with the River Worf flowing nearby. Albrighton village serves as the main settlement, offering local amenities such as shops, pubs, and schools.
The area has good transport links, with the M54 motorway providing easy access to Telford and Wolverhampton. Albrighton also has a railway station on the Shrewsbury-Wolverhampton line. The nearby Cosford airfield hosts occasional air shows, drawing visitors from across the region. The mix of countryside and connectivity makes it a practical location for commuters while retaining a quiet, rural character.
On average Cosford & Albrighton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 29 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cosford & Albrighton is £48,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Cosford & Albrighton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £303,500 in Cosford & Albrighton area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £775,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 25 | £450,000 |
| Flats | 4 | £145,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 34 | £308,000 |
| Terraced | 23 | £163,000 |
10 years price trend in Cosford & Albrighton
WV73NY
Newport Road
WV81RL
County Lane
TF118PP
Newport Road
WV73HN
Bowling Green Lane
WV73NG
Blenheim Crescent
WV73QP
Cross Road
WV73RE
Manor Gardens
WV73RJ
Cosford & Albrighton
TF118QD
Cosford & Albrighton
WV73AF
Beamish Lane
WV73DF
Cedar Drive
WV73DN
Long Croft
WV73DX
High Street
WV73LF
Charles Avenue
WV73LS
Pitchford Road
WV73NF
Wellington Road
WV73NP
Victoria Road
WV73QL
Albert Road
WV67HX
Farm Drive
WV73ES
Rectory Road
WV73JR
Cosford & Albrighton
WV73LE
Church Road
WV73LZ
High Street
WV73PZ
Garridge Close
WV73QQ
Cosford & Albrighton
TF118PS
Cosford & Albrighton
WV73EU
Kinloss Avenue
WV73DG
Cotswold Drive
WV73HT
Loak Road
WV73FA
Albrighton By-Pass
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.