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Shifnal

About

Shifnal is a small market town in Shropshire, located about 12 miles east of Telford. The area is known for its historic buildings, including St Andrew’s Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The town centre features a mix of independent shops, cafes, and traditional pubs, reflecting its long-standing role as a local hub. Shifnal is surrounded by rural landscapes, with farmland and woodland providing opportunities for walking and outdoor activities.

The town has good transport links, with the A464 road connecting it to nearby towns and the M54 motorway providing access to the wider region. Shifnal also has a railway station, offering direct services to Birmingham and Shrewsbury. The area has a mix of housing, from older cottages to modern developments, catering to a range of residents. Local schools and community facilities contribute to its appeal as a place to live. The nearby Weston Park estate adds a cultural and recreational dimension to the area.

Area overview

On average Shifnal has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shifnal is £46,300 per year. There are 6 schools in Shifnal: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Shifnal Population

10,459

Population density

175.8 per km²

Demographics

British

9,727

93.02%

Other White

152

1.45%

Indian

149

1.42%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.91%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.71%

Total population: 10,457

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,673

37.01%

Owns outright

1,402

31.01%

Private landlord or letting agency

520

11.5%

Other social rented

379

8.38%

Social rents from council

352

7.79%

Total households: 4,521

Property prices in Shifnal

Based on 149 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Shifnal area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £845,000.

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 Shifnal over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	60	£369,975	£194,000	£295,000	£446,250	£651,250
Flats	8	£106,475	£77,875	£95,875	£129,750	£136,625
Semi-Detached	49	£245,000	£179,997	£215,000	£275,000	£334,000
Terraced	32	£222,750	£107,750	£192,500	£268,000	£382,625

10 years median price trend in Shifnal

All postcodes in Shifnal

TF118EY

Aston Dale

TF118HZ

Beech Drive

TF118QS

Newport Road

TF118RH

Stump Lane

TF119PQ

Priorslee Road

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