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Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn

About

The Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn ward is located in the north of Shropshire, near the border with Wales. The area includes the villages of Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn, along with surrounding rural settlements. It is known for its proximity to the Welsh town of Oswestry and the historic Offa’s Dyke Path, which runs nearby. The ward has a mix of residential, agricultural and small business activity.

Gobowen is the largest settlement, with a railway station providing connections to Shrewsbury and Chester. The area is largely rural, with farmland and open countryside dominating the landscape. Selattyn and Weston Rhyn are smaller villages, offering a quieter pace of life. The ward benefits from good transport links, including the A5 road, making it accessible to nearby towns and cities. Local amenities include schools, shops and community facilities, serving both residents and visitors exploring the surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn is £41,740 per year. There are 5 schools in Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn Population

6,944

Population density

126.2 per km²

Demographics

British

6,538

94.15%

Other White

130

1.87%

Chinese

0.72%

Other Asian

0.46%

Indian

0.4%

Total population: 6,944

Housing

Owns outright

1,248

43.42%

Owns with a mortgage

801

27.87%

Private landlord or letting agency

303

10.54%

Social rents from council

241

8.39%

Other social rented

181

6.3%

Total households: 2,874

Property prices in Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £233,500 in Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £865,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	39	£322,000	£177,500	£267,500	£372,500	£629,500
Flats	5	£123,000	£93,600	£100,000	£140,000	£181,600
Semi-Detached	23	£220,000	£100,400	£148,500	£253,500	£307,200
Terraced	15	£155,000	£135,600	£143,750	£176,000	£227,650

10 years median price trend in Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn

Data Sources

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

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

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