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Oswestry West

About

Oswestry West is a ward in the market town of Oswestry, located in northern Shropshire near the Welsh border. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local amenities, and green spaces such as Cae Glas Park. Oswestry West is part of the wider town, which has a mix of historic buildings and modern developments, reflecting its long-standing role as a regional hub.

The ward is served by schools, shops, and healthcare facilities, catering to the needs of its residents. Transport links include the A5 road and nearby railway connections, providing access to larger towns and cities. The area retains a community-focused atmosphere, with events and activities often centered around local venues and parks. Oswestry West offers a balance of urban convenience and quieter suburban living.

Area overview

On average Oswestry West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Oswestry West is £42,636 per year. There are 1 schools in Oswestry West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Oswestry West Population

3,688

Population density

2,659.7 per km²

Demographics

British

3,104

84.21%

Other White

464

12.59%

Other

0.76%

Other Asian

0.41%

Irish

0.38%

Total population: 3,686

Housing

Owns outright

615

34.07%

Private landlord or letting agency

412

22.83%

Owns with a mortgage

360

19.94%

Social rents from council

199

11.02%

Other social rented

161

8.92%

Total households: 1,805

Property prices in Oswestry West

Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Oswestry West area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,000 up to £765,000.

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 Oswestry West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	13	£385,000	£231,000	£325,000	£432,500	£619,500
Flats	1	£82,000	£82,000	£82,000	£82,000	£82,000
Semi-Detached	13	£193,000	£120,400	£167,000	£262,500	£331,000
Terraced	26	£162,475	£91,826	£127,250	£190,000	£263,750

10 years median price trend in Oswestry West

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

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

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