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Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall

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About

Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall is a primarily residential area situated on the eastern side of the Telford and Wrekin borough. It encompasses both modern housing developments and older, more established villages, creating a mix of suburban and semi-rural environments. The landscape here is characterised by gentle slopes and pockets of woodland, with the communities spread across the higher ground above the River Severn valley.

The area's identity is deeply connected to the Ironbridge Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located directly to the west. While the famous bridge itself is just outside the immediate boundary, the area's history is intertwined with the Industrial Revolution. Local roads and historic place names still reflect this industrial past, set against a backdrop of residential calm and accessible green spaces.

Area overview

On average Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall is £56,082 per year. There are 8 schools in Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall is home to around 10,745 people, with a population density of about 110.7 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
39
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
6.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall Population
10,745
Population density
110.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
20.47(-46%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.87(-13%)
Burglary
3.82(-6%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.35(-53%)
Shoplifting
2.89(-67%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,855
91.68%
Indian
220
2.05%
Other White
149
1.39%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
74
0.69%
White and Asian (mixed)
73
0.68%
Total population: 10,749

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
3,242
35.47%
Level 3 (A level)
1,714
18.75%
No qualifications
1,410
15.43%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,313
14.37%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
793
8.68%
Total 16+ residents: 9,140

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,901
41.78%
Owns with a mortgage
1,580
34.73%
Private landlord or letting agency
590
12.97%
Other social rented
240
5.27%
Social rents from council
100
2.2%
Total households: 4,550

Property prices in Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall

Based on 171 recent sales, the median property price is £287,000 in Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,000 up to £1,650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall 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 Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached74£359,500
Flats7£136,500
Semi-Detached69£249,950
Terraced21£220,000

10 years median price trend in Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.