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About

Donnington is a residential area in Telford and Wrekin, located near the town of Newport. The area is known for its mix of housing, including detached homes, semis, and terraced properties. It has good transport links, with the A41 and A442 providing easy access to Telford town centre and surrounding areas. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and commuters.

The area is home to Donnington Wood, a green space offering walking paths and recreational areas. Donnington also has historical significance, with Donnington Castle nearby, adding a cultural element to the area. The community is served by several primary schools and is within reach of secondary schools in Telford. Public transport options include bus routes connecting to Newport and Telford, making it a practical choice for residents.

Area overview

On average Donnington has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Donnington is £39,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Donnington: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
83
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
29.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Donnington Population
8,959
Population density
2,429.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,231
80.7%
Other White
679
7.58%
African
335
3.74%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
147
1.64%
Indian
106
1.18%
Total population: 8,960

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
908
25.53%
Owns outright
776
21.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
749
21.06%
Other social rented
532
14.96%
Social rents from council
467
13.13%
Total households: 3,557

Property prices in Donnington

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £178,750 in Donnington area, with individual transactions ranging from £88,000 up to £387,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Donnington 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 Donnington over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£290,000
Flats4£139,250
Semi-Detached27£180,000
Terraced22£171,000

10 years median price trend in Donnington

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Donnington.

Data Sources

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