How deprived is Ellesmere?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 16394 of 32844 in country).

What are prices by property type in Ellesmere?

Latest medians: Detached £375,000, Semi-detached £205,250, Terraced £181,000, Flats £126,000.

How much social housing is near Ellesmere?

About 7.3% across the Ellesmere area.

How safe is Ellesmere?

Crime level in Ellesmere is moderate with about 50 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What home types are most common in Ellesmere?

Housing mix: detached 47.9%, semi-detached 33.6%.

How many households are in Ellesmere?

There are 3,540 households in Ellesmere

What's the average income in Ellesmere?

Average resident income is about £43,600 per year.

What are house prices in Ellesmere?

Based on 144 recent sales, the median price is £249,998; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What's the Ellesmere population and density?

Ellesmere population is 8,069 with density 76.0 per km².

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Q: What schools in Ellesmere and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Ellesmere: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / West Midlands / Shropshire / Ellesmere

About

Ellesmere is a market town in Shropshire, known for its proximity to the Meres and Mosses, a network of lakes and wetlands. The town sits near Ellesmere Mere, the largest of the Shropshire meres, which attracts visitors for walking, birdwatching, and boating. The area has a mix of historic buildings, including St Mary’s Church and Ellesmere Castle’s remains, reflecting its medieval origins.

The town centre features independent shops, cafes, and a weekly market, serving both locals and tourists. Surrounding farmland and canals, such as the Llangollen Canal, provide opportunities for outdoor activities. Ellesmere acts as a hub for exploring the rural landscapes of North Shropshire, with connections to nearby villages and nature reserves.

Area overview

On average Ellesmere has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 50 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ellesmere is £43,600 per year. There are 5 schools in Ellesmere: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

7.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ellesmere Population

8,069

Population density

76 per km²

Demographics

British

7,577

93.91%

Other White

278

3.45%

Irish

0.55%

Chinese

0.47%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.31%

Total population: 8,068

Housing

Owns outright

1,679

47.43%

Owns with a mortgage

873

24.66%

Private landlord or letting agency

569

16.07%

Other social rented

266

7.51%

Other forms of private rent

2.26%

Total households: 3,540

Property prices in Ellesmere

Based on 144 recent sales, the median property price is £249,998 in Ellesmere area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,476 up to £1,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	65	£375,000	£249,995	£305,000	£480,000	£753,000
Flats	7	£126,000	£99,050	£111,500	£147,498	£168,500
Semi-Detached	46	£205,250	£106,250	£162,499	£229,375	£338,750
Terraced	26	£181,000	£92,500	£126,245	£223,746	£308,500

10 years price trend in Ellesmere

All postcodes in Ellesmere

SY120LU

Lion Lane

SY120NL

Ellesmere

SY129BB

Ellesmere

SY129EA

Ellesmere

SY129HF

Ellesmere Road

SY129PW

Mulberry Avenue

SY113LX

Ellesmere

SY129LD

Moss Lane

SY114PA

Ellesmere

SY120BH

Ellesmere

SY120HX

Ellesmere

SY120LZ

Swan Hill

SY120PZ

Welsh View

SY120QT

St Michael's Green

SY129HQ

Ellesmere Road

SY129LF

Hill Crescent

SY129LG

Hill Park

SY129PG

Spruce Close

SY129PS

Almond Drive

SY132LF

Ellesmere

SY113HR

Inch Murrin

SY120HZ

Ellesmere

SY120QW

Ellesmere

SY129AY

Ellesmere Road

SY129BJ

Ellesmere

SY129DN

Grange Road

SY129DR

Eastwick Lane

SY120ED

Canal Way

SY120EL

Wharf Road

SY120HQ

Talbot Street

SY120NH

Ellesmere

SY120NU

Stanham Close

SY120QJ

Ellesmere

SY129DL

Caegoody Lane

SY129EB

Cross Lanes

SY129HP

Scotland Street

SY129HX

Ellesmere

SY129PD

Elm Close

SY129LE

Chestnut Avenue

SY120AD

Trimpley Street

SY129PN

Magnolia Drive

SY120AR

Cross Street

SY120FU

Ellesmere

SY120PD

Ellesmere

SY120PF

Ellesmere

SY129AN

Ellesmere Road

SY129DJ

Grange Road

SY129PQ

Firtree Close

SY113HD

Ellesmere

SY120BD

Brownlow Park

SY120DX

Ellesmere

SY120FJ

Tetchill Brook Road

SY129PH

Larch Close

SY120LT

Lion Lane

SY120NN

Ellesmere

SY120QR

Ellesmere

SY129EE

Ellesmere

SY129FE

Ellesmere

SY129HE

Ellesmere

SY129HL

Ellesmere

SY129JT

Eastwick Lane

SY129LY

Ellesmere

SY129DW

Caegoody Lane

SY120BB

Brownlow Road

SY120HY

Ellesmere

SY120LG

Ellesmere

SY120NE

Ellesmere

SY120NR

Stocks Lane

SY129AD

Ellesmere

SY129AX

Farm Lane

SY129BE

Ellesmere

SY129DD

Birch Road

SY129EX

Caegoody Lane

SY129PA

Cedar Avenue

SY120DR

Canal Way

SY120EH

Scotland Street

SY120EU

Watergate Street

SY120LF

Ellesmere

SY120NS

Stocks Lane

SY120NW

Ellesmere

SY129AE

Birch Road

SY129BG

Ellesmere

SY129DP

Caegoody Lane

SY129JP

Caegoody Lane

SY129JU

Horseshoe Lane

SY113DP

Ellesmere

SY129JZ

Ellesmere

SY120BS

Beech Drive

SY120DD

Victoria Street

SY120HL

St John's Close

SY120LE

Ellesmere

SY120QG

Lyneal Lane

SY129AA

Birch Road

SY129EH

Ellesmere

SY129HT

Ellesmere

SY129LQ

Chestnut Avenue

SY129LX

Ellesmere

SY129QB

Cygnet Close

SY120AS

Sparbridge

SY120BA

Brownlow Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail