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Oakengates & Ketley

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About

Oakengates & Ketley are neighboring areas in Telford and Wrekin, known for their mix of residential and commercial spaces. Oakengates serves as a local hub with a shopping center, independent retailers, and leisure facilities, including a theatre and library. Ketley, adjacent to Oakengates, is primarily residential with pockets of green space, offering a quieter atmosphere. Both areas benefit from good transport links, with Oakengates railway station providing connections to Shrewsbury and Birmingham.

The area has a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to different needs. Local schools and community centers provide essential services, while nearby parks like Ketley Paddock offer outdoor recreation. Industrial estates on the outskirts contribute to the local economy. Oakengates & Ketley balance convenience and community, making them practical places to live within Telford.

Area overview

On average Oakengates & Ketley has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 74 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Oakengates & Ketley is £40,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Oakengates & Ketley: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
74
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
21.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Oakengates & Ketley Population
10,465
Population density
2,183.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,111
87.06%
Other White
498
4.76%
Indian
192
1.83%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
112
1.07%
African
109
1.04%
Total population: 10,465

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,381
29.69%
Owns outright
1,335
28.7%
Private landlord or letting agency
781
16.79%
Other social rented
651
13.99%
Social rents from council
376
8.08%
Total households: 4,652

Property prices in Oakengates & Ketley

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Oakengates & Ketley area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,500 up to £540,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Oakengates & Ketley 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 Oakengates & Ketley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached32£316,000
Flats5£135,250
Semi-Detached54£183,000
Terraced20£171,500

10 years median price trend in Oakengates & Ketley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Oakengates & Ketley.

All postcodes in Oakengates & Ketley

TF26FJ

Oakengates & Ketley

TF26HZ

Abbey Walls

TF26JW

Stafford Road

TF15AN

Holyhead Road

TF15BE

Western Rise

TF15BH

Wedgewood Crescent

TF15BT

Central Avenue

TF15ES

The Woodlands

TF15GB

Glen Way

TF15GF

Holyhead Road

TF15SG

Patchett Drive

TF15ZN

Marigold Court

TF20AJ

First Avenue

TF20BD

Wellswood Avenue

TF20BY

Hillside Road

TF20DF

Oakengates & Ketley

Data Sources

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