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Ellesmere

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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

SY120FB

Brownlow Road

SY120HN

Laurels Close

SY120QF

Ellesmere

SY129AB

Ellesmere Road

SY129AU

Farm Lane

SY129EL

Ellesmere

SY129HD

Ellesmere

SY129LW

Ellesmere

SY129QA

Cygnet Close

SY129LH

Ellesmere

SY120AU

Grange Road

SY120LW

Diksmuide Drive

SY129AL

Ellesmere

SY129DH

Grange Road

SY129DQ

Grange Road

SY129PL

Beech Grove

SY114NP

Ellesmere

SY120DJ

Ellesmere

SY120EE

Sycamore Crescent

SY120PR

Ellesmere

SY120RB

Robins Grove

SY129BP

Ellesmere

SY129EN

Ellesmere

SY129FG

Ellesmere

SY129HN

Ellesmere

SY129HR

Ellesmere

SY129HU

Ellesmere

SY129LJ

Ellesmere

SY129RA

Moss Lane

SY113HG

Ellesmere Road

SY120LQ

Ellesmere

SY120DP

Ellesmere

SY120DT

Ellesmere

SY120PG

Stocks Lane

SY120PQ

St Michael's Green

SY129EG

Ellesmere

SY129HG

Scotland Street

SY129JR

Ellesmere Road

SY129NB

Kaymaur Close

SY114NY

Ellesmere

SY120AN

Market Street

SY120BJ

Cambria Avenue

SY120DY

Ellesmere

SY120GA

Dairy Grove

SY120HA

Pinfold Lane

SY129BS

Chapel Lane

SY129BX

Ellesmere

SY129DX

Eastwick Lane

SY129JQ

Peever Close

SY129LA

Ellesmere

SY129LB

Hill Park

SY120AW

Cross Street

SY120DQ

Swan Hill

SY120EJ

Canal Way

SY120EX

Church Street

SY120FA

Tetchill Brook Road

SY120HS

Ellesmere

SY120PY

Copes Lane

SY129DU

Eastwick Lane

SY129LZ

Chapel Lane

SY129NF

Fox Close

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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