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Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange

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About

Shrewsbury's Harlescott Grange is a residential area situated north of the town centre, primarily composed of post-war housing estates. The layout is characterised by cul-de-sacs and avenues, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes. It functions as a practical suburb, offering local amenities including several schools, convenience stores, and a medical centre to serve the community.

The area is defined by its proximity to major transport routes, including the A49 and A5112, providing direct links to the town and beyond. A notable local feature is the presence of the Shrewsbury Town Football Club stadium, which sits on the edge of the neighbourhood. Green space is provided by the Sundorne Recreation Ground, offering sports pitches and open fields for local use.

Area overview

On average Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange is £43,040 per year. There are 5 schools in Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange is home to around 8,182 people, with a population density of about 1,896.7 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
87
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
24.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange Population
8,182
Population density
1,896.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.88(+15%)
Anti-social behaviour
24.69(+117%)
Shoplifting
23.71(+171%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.98(+67%)
Public order
8.31(+36%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,441
90.92%
Other White
410
5.01%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
64
0.78%
Other
42
0.51%
Other Asian
36
0.44%
Total population: 8,184

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,442
22.48%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,191
18.57%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,153
17.97%
Level 3 (A level)
1,092
17.02%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
783
12.21%
Total 16+ residents: 6,415

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,054
32.15%
Owns with a mortgage
810
24.71%
Other social rented
644
19.65%
Private landlord or letting agency
346
10.56%
Social rents from council
342
10.43%
Total households: 3,278

Property prices in Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £212,500 in Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £329,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange 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 Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£271,500
Flats3£107,000
Semi-Detached40£227,500
Terraced17£185,000

10 years median price trend in Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange.

Data Sources

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